Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 cups Black beans (Precooked or 2x 14 oz cans)
  • 2 tbsp Cooking oil
  • ½ cup Onions (diced finely)
  • 2 cup Tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp Curry powder
  • ½ tbsp Hot cayenne (or to taste)
  • 2 inch Cinnamon stick
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • ¼ cup Sour cream (or yogurt)
  • ½ cup Cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tsp Sweet paprika

Instruction

  • In a saute pan, over medium heat, add oil and saute the onions, cinnamon, and bay leaves until onions are translucent.
  • Add the ginger and garlic and saute for another minute. Then, add the chopped tomatoes and saute a minute more. Pro tip - it is important to always saute the veggies and spices well at each stage to get the maximum flavor.
  • Next, add curry powder, paprika, and cayenne - with 1/4 cup water. Cook until the spices are fragrant. Pro tip - cook on low heat adding a few more tablespoons of water as necessary making sure you get a nice aroma from the spices.
  • Add the black beans, sour cream or yogurt, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper
  • Cover and cook for 10 minutes more until thick and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.