Spicy Punjabi Red Kidney Bean Stew Recipe

Name: Spicy Punjabi Red Kidney Bean Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dried red kidney beans; 2 tsp salt; 3 tbsp peanut or canola oil; 1 cup finely chopped onions; 1 tbsp peeled and finely chopped garlic; 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh ginger; 1 1/4 cups peeled and finely chopped tomatoes (I used 1 - 28 oz can of tomatoes); 2 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp cayenne; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 fresh hot green chilie, finely chopped (I use 2 Hungarian yellow peppers); 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups dried red kidney beans
2 tsp salt
3 tbsp peanut or canola oil
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 tbsp peeled and finely chopped garlic
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh ginger
1 1/4 cups peeled and finely chopped tomatoes (I used 1 - 28 oz can of tomatoes)
2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp cayenne
2 tsp ground cumin
1 fresh hot green chilie, finely chopped (I use 2 Hungarian yellow peppers)
2 tsp fresh lemon juice

1
Soak and cook the beans. (I recommend the quick cook oven method). Reserve the liquid
2
Put the oil in a wide medium pot and set over medium high heat.
3
Add the onions and fry until the onions have browned slightly.
4
Add the garlic and ginger and stir.
5
Add the tomatoes, coriander, cayenne, cumin and chilie.
6
Cook over medium heat for five to six minutes, or until the tomatoes have slightly reduced.
7
Stir in the cooked beans, their liquid, the salt and the lemon juice.
8
Simmer on low for 10 minutes.
9
Serve hot.

240

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups dried red kidney beans, 2 tsp salt, 3 tbsp peanut or canola oil, 1 cup finely chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Spicy Punjabi Red Kidney Bean Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Punjabi Red Kidney Bean Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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