Caribbean Vegetarian Curry
🕒 Cook Time: 9 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 0 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 9 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of the Caribbean with this tantalizing Vegetarian Curry recipe. Bursting with vibrant spices and wholesome ingredients, this dish is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that will transport you to the sunny shores of the Caribbean.
Recipe Category: Caribbean
Keywords: “< 15 Mins"
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | cups rice |
| 3 | eggs |
| 3 | bananas |
| 4 | tbsp butter |
| 1 | onion |
| 1 | apple |
| 2 cloves | garlic |
| 1 1/2 | tbsp curry powder |
| 1 1/2 | lemons, rind of |
| 1 | tsp ground ginger |
| 1 | tsp ground coriander |
| 1/8 | tsp turmeric |
| 1/8 | tsp red pepper flakes |
| 1 | can black-eyed peas |
| 1 | can kidney beans |
| 1 | cup vegetable broth |
| 1/3 | cup raisins |
| 1 | cup yogurt |
| 6 | radishes |
| 3 | green onions |
| 1/2 | cup cilantro |
| 1/4 | cup peanuts |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 308
- Fat Content: 8.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 65.7mg
- Sodium Content: 269.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 50.7g
- Fiber Content: 5.1g
- Sugar Content: 9.6g
- Protein Content: 9.5g
Recipe Yield: 12 servings
Instructions:
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Cook the Rice: Begin by cooking the rice according to the package directions. Set aside once done.
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Prepare the Eggs: While the rice is cooking, refrigerate the cooked eggs for later use.
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Prep the Bananas: Cut the bananas in half lengthwise, then in half crosswise, resulting in 12 pieces in total.
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Sauté the Bananas: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt half of the butter. Sauté the bananas until lightly browned on both sides, approximately 4 minutes. Set aside in a covered dish to keep warm.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion, apple, and garlic until tender, about 4 minutes.
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Add the Spices: Stir in the curry powder, lemon peel, ground ginger, ground coriander, turmeric, and red pepper flakes, tossing until evenly coated.
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Incorporate the Beans: Add the black-eyed peas, kidney beans, vegetable broth, and raisins to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
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Finish with Yogurt: Once the beans are cooked, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the yogurt until well mixed.
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Assemble the Dish: Place the cooked rice on a serving platter. Arrange the reserved banana pieces on top of the rice, then spoon the bean mixture over them.
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Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with egg wedges, sliced radishes, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and peanuts. Serve immediately and enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean in every bite!
This Caribbean Vegetarian Curry is a celebration of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any day of the week. Enjoy the tropical goodness with family and friends, and savor the taste of paradise!
