Description
A quick, plant-based comfort dish made with coconut milk, garlic, and warm spices. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s healthy, hearty, and perfect as a main, side, or dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oil (avocado or olive oil)
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (13.4-ounce) can pre-cooked butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional garnishes: red chili flakes, hemp seeds
Instructions
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking 5 minutes until soft and golden.
- Stir in butter beans and coconut milk until combined.
- Add lemon juice, turmeric, pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, and salt. Stir well.
- Let cook gently for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened and creamy.
- Garnish with chili flakes or hemp seeds and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust lemon juice for more brightness.
- Don’t skip smoked paprika—it adds depth.
- Rinse beans before use to remove excess sodium.
- Add spinach or kale in the last minute for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main, Side
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup