Creamy Coconut Butter Beans with Turmeric and Spices Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Butter Beans recipe cooked stovetop, combining tender butter beans with aromatic spices, coconut milk, and a hint of lemon. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a hearty main, garnished optionally with chili flakes and hemp seeds for added texture and heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil (avocado or olive oil recommended)
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 13.4-ounce package or can pre-cooked butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 13.5-ounce can full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Garnishes
- Red chili flakes
- Hemp seeds
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the finely chopped red onion and minced garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and beginning to turn golden, which helps release their flavors.
- Add Butter Beans and Spices: Stir in the drained and rinsed butter beans along with the coconut milk, lemon juice, ground turmeric, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and salt. Mix well to combine all ingredients harmoniously.
- Simmer to Thicken: Allow the mixture to simmer gently on the stovetop, stirring frequently. Continue cooking for approximately 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and achieves a creamy consistency that coats the beans.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and serve the creamy butter beans warm. Optionally, sprinkle with red chili flakes and hemp seeds for added flavor and texture, and enjoy your comforting meal.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a rich and creamy texture.
- Rinsing canned butter beans helps reduce sodium content.
- Adjust spices according to taste preference, adding more chili flakes if you enjoy heat.
- This dish pairs well with rice, crusty bread, or as a plant-based main.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Butter beans, creamy butter beans, coconut milk beans, stovetop butter beans, vegetarian butter beans, quick butter beans recipe
