Vegan Rice Bowl with Black Bean Curry

Recipe by Shokuiku cuisineCourse: MainDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 

This recipe is entirely plant-based, perfect for weeknight dinners or slow weekend cooking. Follow along with soft cooking sounds and cozy kitchen visuals.

Ingredients

  • For the black beans curry:
  • 1 shallot, peeled and chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped

  • 255g tomatoes, chopped

  • 50g celery stick, chopped

  • 2 tsp garam masala

  • 1 tsp cayenne chili

  • 120g black beans

  • 500ml water

  • 10g coconut cream

  • Rapeseed oil

  • Ground rock salt, to taste

  • Ground black pepper, to taste

  • For the brown rice
  • 120g brown rice

  • 300ml water

  • Fresh coriander, finely chopped (for garnish)

Directions

  • Cook the aromatics: Heat a pan over medium heat with a little rapeseed oil. Sauté the chopped shallot and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  • Add spices & veg: Stir in the garam masala and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes. Then add the chopped tomatoes and celery. Mix well.
  • Simmer the curry: Add the black beans and stir. Pour in 500ml water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover with a lid, and let it simmer gently for about 1 hour.
  • Cook the rice: While the curry simmers, combine the brown rice and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
  • Finish the curry: Stir in the coconut cream until fully melted. Season with rock salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Serve: Spoon the brown rice into a bowl, ladle over the black bean curry, and garnish with finely chopped coriander.

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