Bean and Potato Curry

Let’s admit it – eating meat every single day is too much… But meat-free meals need not be bland as one would imagine. Contrary to common perception, meat-free meals don’t have to be dull and boring. Take this below recipe for example; the potatoes and beans give you a filling wholesomeness, and the herbs give the dish the taste and flavours that will leave you licking your lips.

This recipe serves four people

Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

*Two cups of cooked butter beans *Three large potatoes, chopped *Three tablespoons (45ml) of coconut oil *One teaspoon of peppercorns *One cinnamon stick

*One tablespoon of hot curry powder *One teaspoon cumin

*One onion, chopped n of ground coriander

*One teaspoon of garama masala *One teaspoon of ground turmeric *Three garlic cloves, crushed

*One thumb sized fresh ginger, chopped *Two large tomatoes, chopped *One tablespoon of tomato paste *One cup of dried apricots

*Two cups (500ml) of water

*Salt and pepper

*Cooked rice, for serving

*Fresh coriander, for serving *Natural yoghurt, for serving

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat coconut oil, and fry peppercorns, cinnamon stick and cumin.

2. Add onion, garlic, ginger, curry powder, ground coriander, garama masala and turmeric. Mix well.

3. Add beans and potatoes. Cook for 4-5 minutes.

4. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, apricots and water. Season with salt and water. Cover with a lid and cook until potatoes are tender.

5. Set aside, and allow to cool for a few minutes.

6. Serve with rice, fresh coriander and the yoghurt.