Adzuki Beans Curry – Indian Style
Main Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Soak Adzuki Beans
Soak 1 cup of adzuki beans overnight with a pinch of baking soda to aid in cooking and digestion.
Wash Beans
Thoroughly wash the soaked adzuki beans and set them aside.
Heat Pan and Oil
Heat a pan (preferably cast iron) on medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of mustard oil to the hot pan.
Temper Spices
Once the oil is hot, add 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds and 1/2 teaspoon of asafoetida (hing). Let them splutter for a few seconds until fragrant.
Sauté Aromatics
Add 1 sliced onion, 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated ginger to the pan. until the onions turn golden brown, which should take about .
Add Dry Spices
Once the onions are golden brown, add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 2 teaspoons of coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala to the mixture. Mix well and cook for about until the spices are fragrant.
Add Salt and Tomato Puree
Add 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste) and 1 cup of pureed tomatoes to the pan. Mix thoroughly and cook for a few minutes until the oil separates from the mixture and the gravy thickens.
Transfer to Instant Pot
Transfer the cooked spice mixture (gravy) into the inner pot of an Instant Pot.
Add Beans and Water
Add the washed and soaked adzuki beans to the Instant Pot, then pour in 3 cups of water.
Mix and Adjust Seasoning
Mix all ingredients well in the Instant Pot and adjust the salt if needed.
Pressure Cook
Close the Instant Pot lid and ensure the sealing valve is in the "Sealing" position. Select the "Bean/Chili" mode, set the pressure level to "High", and adjust the cooking time to . Allow for natural pressure release once cooking is complete.
Finish with Cream and Garnish
Once the pressure has naturally released, open the Instant Pot lid. Stir the adzuki beans curry. Add the slit green chilies (3-4) and 1/4 cup of heavy cream to the curry. Stir gently, then garnish with 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro.
Serve
Serve the delicious adzuki beans curry hot with rice or bread.
Before You Cook
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No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Asafoetida (hing)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Heavy cream?
- 3/4 cup whole milk + 1/4 cup melted butter — Good for sauces, not whipping.
- Equal parts evaporated milk
- Full-fat coconut milk (1:1) — Adds mild coconut flavor.
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
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Soak 1 cup of adzuki beans overnight with a pinch of baking soda to aid in cooking and digestion.
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