The Building Blocks of Flavour: Your Black Bean Curry Recipe Toolkit

Find Your Culinary Confidence: The Black Bean Curry Journey

Life can often feel like a whirlwind, constantly pushing us to seek moments of calm, pockets of joy, and ways to truly nourish ourselves. There's no better place to find that grounding than in your own kitchen, creating something wonderful. This simple, vibrant, and incredibly satisfying black bean curry is more than just a recipe; it's an embarkation on a journey to culinary confidence.Home cooking holds an undeniable power. It's not just about fuel; it's about control, creativity, and the immense satisfaction of knowing exactly what goes into your body. It's a mindful, therapeutic escape and a tangible achievement. You don't need a Michelin star to create magic. This black bean curry is your perfect starting point—simple, wholesome, and bursting with flavour that will make you feel proud. Think of these ingredients as your building blocks for brilliance.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Serves 2

Why this Curry Works

This recipe uses straightforward pantry staples to create a harmonious and flavourful curry.

Ingredients:
2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 medium sized onion, roughly chopped
1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp ground turmeric
200g chopped tomatoes, from a tin
1/2 tsp sea salt, plus extra to season
400g tin black beans, not drained
a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a saucepan and gently fry the onion for 4-5 minutes, until softened and lightly coloured.

2. Add the ginger, chilli flakes, coriander, cumin and turmeric and cook for a further 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and salt and bring to a simmer.  Cook for 5 minutes more over a medium heat, stirring regularly. Cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and blend with a stick blender until smooth.

4. Return to the heat, add the black beans with their liquid, season with a squeeze of lemon juice and more salt if desired and then simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the curry is hot.  

5. Serve with boiled rice.

Savour the Achievement (The Takeaway)

And there you have it! A steaming bowl of homemade black bean curry—vibrant, flavorful, and utterly satisfying.

Take a moment to truly savour it—not just the taste, but the journey you took to create it. You transformed simple ingredients into a delicious masterpiece. If you can achieve this in your kitchen, imagine the other incredible things you can accomplish in your life!

Let this curry be a delicious reminder of your power to create, to nourish, and to conquer any challenge, one inspired step (or stir!) at a time.

What other simple, comforting recipes are you hoping to try next?