Scratch-Cook Black Beans Masala Recipe

Dietary Info: Vegan & Gluten-Free

Discover the ultimate Indian comfort food with our home-made, authentic vegan Black Beans Masala recipe! Made from scratch with fresh ingredients, this fusion Indian beans curry is bursting with flavor. Perfect for family dinners, this popular gluten-free and plant-based dish is a wholesome and satisfying choice for anyone craving traditional Indian cuisine.

Prep time: 15 mins; Cook time: 30 mins; Serves 4

INGREDIENTS TO MAKE BLACK BEANS MASALA:

• Cooking oil - 2 Tbsp
• Finely chopped onions - 1.5 cups
• Diced tomatoes - 2 cups
• Ginger - 2"
• Garlic - 4-6 cloves
• Flavor Temptations Black Beans Masala Spice Mix (contains 4 Flavor Blends) - 2 kits
• Canned black beans (washed and drained) - 2 cans
• Water (enough to cover beans) - 2 cups
• Salt to taste -1-2 tsp
• Chopped cilantro - 6-8 stems (optional)

STEPS TO MAKE BLACK BEANS MASALA:

1. Heat oil in 12” skillet on medium heat, add Blend #1(Cumin Seeds) and step back to allow seeds to burst and sizzle, releasing their flavors
2. Add onions and cook until onions are soft and transparent
3. Add ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute
4. Add Blend #2(Turmeric powder, Coriander powder and Cumin powder) and cook for 3-4 minutes, releasing fragrant aromas
5. Add Blend #3(Cayenne) according to preferred spice level:

(Hot: add all of it; Medium: add half of it; Mild: do not add any)

5. Add tomatoes and cook on medium heat for 6-8 minutes until tomatoes are soft and oil separates
6. Add beans, salt, and enough water to cover the beans
7. Cook covered 10-12 minutes on medium heat, until beans are soft. Squish a few of the beans to help thicken the sauce
8. Stir in Blend #4(Garam Masala). Uncover and simmer on low heat until sauce thickens to salsa consistency
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro (optional)

 SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR BLACK BEANS MASALA:

Serve hot over bed of long-grained or naan bread

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