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Coconut Kidney Bean Curry Recipe

Name: Coconut Kidney Bean Curry Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 1 White Onion, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger, grated; 1 tablespoon Curry Powder; 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; 1 can (14 oz) Crushed Tomatoes; 1 can (14 oz) Coconut Milk; 1 can (15 oz) Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped; Salt, to taste; Ground Black Pepper, to taste; Lime Juice, to taste

ByBen Miller December 26, 2025December 26, 2025

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Introduction

This Coconut Kidney Bean Curry is a rich and comforting dish, perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. Combining creamy coconut milk with hearty kidney beans and warm spices, it offers a deliciously satisfying flavor with a hint of heat.

Three white bowls of creamy orange soup with green herbs and black pepper flakes are placed on a round white wooden tray over a white marbled surface. Each bowl contains a swirl of white cream and a small bunch of fresh green cilantro on top. One large bowl has a wooden spoon resting inside with some soup on it, while a smaller bowl has a spoonful of cream on a wooden spoon next to it. A small jar of crushed red pepper flakes is also on the tray. The scene is bright and clean. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1 White Onion
2 cloves Garlic
2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger
1 tablespoon Curry Powder
1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 can Crushed Tomatoes
1 can Coconut Milk
1 can Red Kidney Beans
1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro
Salt, to taste
Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Lime Juice, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Warm the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped white onion, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, curry powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook until the onion softens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 2: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, and drained red kidney beans. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and warm everything through.
Step 3: Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro. Season with salt, ground black pepper, and lime juice to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed, then serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra depth, sauté some diced bell peppers or carrots with the onions.
Use canned chickpeas instead of kidney beans for a different texture.
Add a splash of coconut cream for an even richer curry.
Serve with steamed rice or warm naan bread to complete the meal.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or coconut milk if it thickens too much.

How to Serve

Three white bowls with a creamy orange soup filled with green herbs and small black seeds sit on a round white wooden tray over a white marbled texture. Each soup bowl has a swirl of white cream on top and a sprig of dark green cilantro leaves placed in the center. One large bowl on the left has a light wooden spoon resting inside it, while a smaller bowl at the top right has a dollop of cream and cilantro. The third bowl at the bottom right also has cream swirled and cilantro on top. Next to the bowls, there is a small glass jar of red chili flakes and a light wooden spoon with white cream on it. The overall scene has a clean, bright look with scattered black and red specks around. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried kidney beans instead of canned?

Yes, but be sure to soak and cook the dried beans thoroughly before adding them to the curry to ensure they are soft and safe to eat.

Is this curry spicy?

The recipe has a mild to moderate heat from the crushed red pepper flakes, but you can adjust the spice level by adding more or less according to your preference.