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Black Beans Curry

Published on December 15, 2016 Updated on November 2, 2022 By Gunjan 23 Comments

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Tasty, easy, and wholesome this Indian style Black Beans Curry is a perfect entrée for any weeknight. Pair it with steamed rice or quinoa and enjoy this flavorful and family friendly meal.

a front view of served black beans curry over quinoa with ingredients at the backdrop.

Black Beans are high in protein and low in carbohydrates and calories. In vegetarin and vegan diet we cosume quite a bit of beans in various styles.

Hence, I decided to create this fusion recipe of black bean curry to add protein iot our diet alog with nice spices.

My other poplar black bean recipes are black beans oatmeal pilaf, tahini black beans fritters, Farro black beans Mexican bowl.

I often make mexican coleslaw salad with black beans in it. To make my pasta healthy I make taco pasta so I can add black beans into my favorite dish.

I also love my vegan chili that has black beans as one of the ingredients.

Since, we are fond of curry recipes I decided to create this vegan black bean curry for my family. We loved it and I make it on repeat.

top view of raw ingredients.

Ingredients for Black Beans Curry

Olive oil
Red onion
Turmeric powder
Coriander powder
Cumin powder
Cinnamon powder
Nutmeg powder
Chili powder
Cardamom powder
Ginger powder
Dried fenugreek leaves
Coconut milk
Salt
Sugar
Black Beans (canned)

I used simple pantry staples for this recipe and its so delicious and satisfying and super quick too.

Ingredients notes:

Spices – I used a variety of spices to create an Indian version of flavor but you may be creative here and use the spices that you like.

Fenugreek leaves – its also call kasoori methi which is simply dried fenugreek. It is easily available in any Indian store.

Coconut milk – I used tetra pack coconut milk to keep this dish light and low in calories but canned unsweetened coconut milk also works here.

Black beans – I used canned black beans for convenience and it worked great here. This also helped me to make this bean curry quick and easy.

black beans curry served over quinoa.

For detailed measurement of ingredients, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to make Black Beans Curry

Firstly, I heated oil in a nonstick pan and sauteed onions in it until golden brown in color.

sauteed onions in a nonstick pan.

Secondly, I added turmeric, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, chili powder, cardamom and ginger powder along with dried fenugreek leaves in it.

all the spices in the nonstick pan.

Then, I mixed it well until the spices coated the cooked onions pretty well and it was aromatic.

cooked onions in spices in the nonstick pan.

Next, I stirred in coconut milk followed by salt as per taste and very little sugar. Then, I let it cook for 5-7 minutes at low-medium flame. At this stage I kept stirring at intervals to make sure that the milk does not curdle.

coconut milk along with salt and sugar added to the nonstick pan.

Lastly, I folded in black beans and cooked again for few minutes until the gravy was a nice mustard yellow color.

cooked black beans curry in the nonstick pan.

Then, I turned it off and immediately served of steamed rice. My family devoured it.

I personally enjoyed it with quinoa and sometimes I like it with brown rice as well.

a 45 degree angle view of served black beans curry.

Expert tips

  • Make sure to cook onions properly so that there is no raw taste.
  • When pouring in coconut milk it is important to lower the flame so as to avoid any curdling.
Black Beans Curry FAQs

How long does it last?

This tastes best when served immediately. However, leftovers can be refrigerated in an air tight container for2-3 days. Warm it up nicely before serving.

Can I make this curry from dry black beans?

Yes! but it will take a longer time since black beans would need to be boiled ad softened. For this you may wat to soak black beans overnight and boil it in pressure cooker with water until soft but still keep its shape intact. then, follow the steps as explained in the recipe card.

Is this healthy?

Yes! this curry is packed with protein and healthy fats ad lots of vitamins ad minerals. Its low in calories too.

30 degree angle view of served black beans curry.

My other vegan curry recipes

Roasted Cauliflower Curry
Butternut Squash Curry
Potato Mushroom Curry
Thai Red Curry

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I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did. I am very excited to hear back from you.

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a front view of served black beans curry over quinoa with ingredients at the backdrop.
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5 from 3 votes

Black Beans Curry

Tasty, easy, and wholesome this Indian style Black Beans Curry is a perfect entrée for any weeknight. Pair it with steamed rice or quinoa and enjoy this flavorful and family friendly meal.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Indian
Keyword: beans curry recipe, black bean curry, black beans curry recipe, how to make black beans curry, vegan black beans curry
Servings: 4
Calories: 369kcal
Author: Gunjan

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder or as per taste
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/4 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves
  • 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk (tetra pack)
  • salt as per taste
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 15 oz canned black beans (drained and rinsed)

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a nonstick pan and sauté onions in it until golden brown.
  • Add all the spices (turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, chili powder, cardamom powder, dried fenugreek leaves) to it. Sauté for about 1 minute at medium-high flame until you get the aroma of all the spices and onions are well coated with the spices.
  • Add coconut milk, salt and sugar to it and stir well. Cook uncovered at medium flame for 5 minutes stirring constantly. Reduce the flame to low heat as soon as it starts to bubble.
  • Fold in black beans and mix well. Cook at low-medium flame for 10 minutes or until the gravy is nice mustard yellow color. Turn it off and serve hot over quinoa, brown rice or steamed white rice.

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Notes

  • Dried fenugreek leaves are easily available in any Indian store.
  • This recipe tastes best when served immediately. However, it lasts for 2-3 days in the refrigerator in an air tight glass container.
  • Start adding 1/4 tsp of sugar first. Taste test if cardamom flavor is slightly prominent or else go up to 1/2 tsp sugar. 
  • This curry is slightly spicy and has subtle sweet taste with cardamom flavor a bit prominent. 
  • If you decide to add less chili powder then add less sugar as well to balance out the taste. 
  • Make sure to sure the coconut milk found in the beverage section in tetra pack. Canned coconut milk may not work here and will over power the taste of all the spices. 

Nutrition

Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg

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Comments

  1. Leanne says

    November 14, 2019 at 6:02 am

    5 stars
    This looks like such a filling and tasty curry dish. Perfect to meal prep for lunch or dinner. And I love how hearty black beans are. Great recipe!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      November 14, 2019 at 7:16 am

      Thank you Leanne. Enjoy it!

      Reply
  2. Pavani says

    November 13, 2019 at 10:21 am

    5 stars
    Never tried black beans in Indian flavored dishes. Love the use of coconut milk in this curry- makes it so creamy and delicious.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      November 13, 2019 at 3:46 pm

      Absolutely Pavani. Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  3. Deborah Jean Leader says

    November 13, 2019 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    Love that this is vegan! I love anything curry but never thought of using black beans as the base. Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      November 13, 2019 at 9:58 am

      Go for it. You will love this fun twist on black beans.

      Reply
  4. S Besecker says

    May 19, 2018 at 9:40 am

    Where are the 28 grams of fat coming from and could you substitute almond/coconut blend milk for the coconut milk? Fat content seems very high for this recipe. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      June 20, 2018 at 3:29 pm

      I used tetra pack coconut milk for this recipe which is lighter than the caned/whole fat coconut milk. You may try with your choice of milk if desired, however I have personally not tried it with any other milk.

      Reply
  5. Willow says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:25 pm

    This looks so good! I never thought to use black beans in a curry, but since I love both black beans and curry, it sounds like a recipe to try!

    Reply
  6. Cait Weingartner says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:29 pm

    Wow, this looks like the perfect dinner for a cold night. Hot, flavorful, healthy and delicious…who could ask for more?! Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe, I look forward to trying it very soon.

    Reply
  7. Nicole Parise says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:22 pm

    This is totally up my alley! I love a good curry, this looks amazing!
    xx nicole
    http://www.nicoleparise.com

    Reply
  8. Sara says

    December 16, 2016 at 8:37 am

    This looks wonderful! I only recently started making curry, but I haven’t tried making it with black beans before. I almost always have a can or two of those in our pantry!

    Reply
  9. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

    December 16, 2016 at 10:20 am

    This looks like a great meal for winter. It’s wonderful that you added curry to beans and rice to give it a different depth of flavor.

    Reply
  10. Ashleigh says

    December 16, 2016 at 4:30 am

    I love cooking with black beans and I do enjoy curry, sooooo, I should probably try this recipe! Thank you for sharing, I can’t to make this dish!

    Reply
  11. Kelly says

    December 16, 2016 at 4:21 am

    Great combination of spices for this lovely black bean curry! Can’t wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  12. Clarissa says

    December 15, 2016 at 5:16 pm

    This looks so delicious! And I love the spin on using black beans!

    -Clarissa @ The View From Here

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      December 15, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks Clarissa. My family loved the idea of black beans too.

      Reply
  13. Kimberley Marquis says

    December 15, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    That looks so good! I must try this out!

    Reply
  14. Tiffany Cardenas says

    December 15, 2016 at 6:49 pm

    This sounds so good! I love curry, and it’s a great idea to make it with beans and quinoa.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      December 15, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thank you Tiffany. I hope you like it as much as we did.

      Reply
  15. Aimee says

    December 15, 2016 at 4:55 pm

    Love all things curry!

    Reply
  16. Alexa says

    December 15, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    This is a recipe my family would LOVE. I want get more adventurous with beans too!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      December 15, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      let me know how it turned out for you. 🙂

      Reply

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