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Chicken and Kidney Bean Curry (Murgh Rajma)

Indian45 minutes
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Warm up your evening with this hearty Chicken and Kidney Bean Curry that's packed with flavor and comfort.

ingredients
chicken450grams
kidney beans400grams
onion1
tomato2
ginger1clove
garlic2cloves
coconut milk400milliliters
curry powder2tablespoon
olive oil2tablespoon
salt1teaspoon
pepper1teaspoon
cilantro1stalk
instructions
    1

    Start by chopping the onion, tomato, garlic, and ginger finely.

    2

    In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes.

    3

    Add the chopped onion and sauté it for approximately 5 minutes until it turns golden brown.

    4

    Stir in the garlic and ginger, sautéing for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

    5

    Add the chopped tomato to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened.

    6

    Sprinkle in the curry powder, salt, and pepper, mixing well for 1 minute.

    7

    Now, add the chicken pieces, stirring to coat in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.

    8

    Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

    9

    Add the kidney beans and let everything simmer together for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

    10

    To finish, garnish with chopped cilantro just before serving.

Servings

4

How to be creative
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for more nutrition.
  • Experiment with different beans such as black beans or chickpeas.
  • Serve with quinua or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
Important Tips
  • Let the curry simmer longer to deepen the flavors.
  • Use fresh spices for a more vibrant taste.
  • Adjust the amount of curry powder to suit your spice preference.
nutritions
  • fats: 15g
  • protein: 30g
  • calories: 350
  • carbohydrates: 45g
Health impact

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and fiber from the kidney beans, essential for muscle repair and digestive health.