Uncle Bill’s Mung Bean Curry 🍲
Description: Dive into the flavorful world of Asian-inspired cuisine with Uncle Bill’s Mung Bean Curry. This hearty dish, crafted with love, combines the earthy richness of mung beans with aromatic spices and tangy tomatoes for a delightful culinary experience.
- Category: Curries
- Keywords: Beans, Asian, Indian, Weeknight
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 8 hours
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 27 minutes
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 | Canola oil |
2 | Extra virgin olive oil |
1/4 | Black mustard seeds |
1/4 | Whole cumin seed |
1/4 | Turmeric |
3/4 | Crushed tomatoes |
1 | Garlic clove |
1/2 | Gingerroot |
1/2 | Ground coriander |
1/2 | Ground cumin |
1/4 | Granulated sugar |
1/4 | Salt |
2 | Water |
1/4 | Fresh cilantro leaves |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 215.2
- Fat Content: 3.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 275mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.7g
- Fiber Content: 10.4g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 13.7g
Instructions:
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In a medium-size saucepan, measure mung beans, cover with water, and let them soak overnight for optimal texture and flavor development.
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Heat canola oil and extra virgin olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine black mustard seeds, whole cumin seed, and turmeric.
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Add the spice mixture to the hot oil in the frying pan. Quickly cover the pan and fry for about a minute, shaking it occasionally until the seeds begin to pop, releasing their aromatic essence.
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To the frying pan, add crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground coriander, ground cumin, granulated sugar, and salt. Cook the mixture until it begins to bubble, stirring occasionally, for about 3 to 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Drain the soaked mung beans, rinse the saucepan, and return the beans to it.
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Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan containing the mung beans. Bring the water to a boil, cover the saucepan, and let the beans simmer for approximately 20 minutes or until they are tender and cooked through.
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Once the mung beans are cooked, drain them and add them to the flavorful mixture in the frying pan.
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Toss in fresh cilantro leaves and stir well to incorporate all the ingredients, allowing the vibrant flavors to come together harmoniously.
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Serve Uncle Bill’s Mung Bean Curry immediately, garnished with additional cilantro leaves if desired, and savor every spoonful of this aromatic and satisfying dish.
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Pro Tips: Feel free to experiment with different types of beans such as red kidney beans, black-eyed beans, or Garbanzo beans for a delicious variation. If you’re short on time, canned beans can be substituted; simply skip the overnight soaking step and proceed directly to cooking.
Unlock the secrets of this delightful curry, and let Uncle Bill’s Mung Bean Curry become a staple in your culinary repertoire, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressive gatherings with friends and family.