Kali Mirch Beans (Beans in Indian Black Pepper Curry Sauce)
Kali mirch beans is a vegan twist on the classic North Indian Chicken kali mirch (black pepper chicken curry), but with beans instead of meat. This dish is incredibly flavorful and simple to make, perfect for a quick and delicious meal. It can be enjoyed with flatbread, sourdough, pasta, baked potato, or roasted cauliflower for a fusion twist! (One pan, 30 minutes, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free)
Murg kali mirch is a traditional black pepper chicken curry from North India and Pakistan, known for its spiced creamy white curry sauce. In this vegan version, we make the sauce and add beans for a delicious twist on the classic dish.
This versatile sauce can be paired with various proteins, such as different types of beans, chickpeas, tofu, seitan, or vegan chicken substitutes. If using tofu or a larger protein, marinate it in black pepper, salt, garlic, and oil before adding it to the sauce.
Enjoy kali mirch beans with naan, flatbread, sourdough, garlic bread, baked potato, seared cauliflower, or pasta for a unique and flavorful meal. The simple sauce packs a lot of flavor with just a few ingredients, making it a must-try dish!
Why You’ll Love Kali Mirch Beans
- Creamy black pepper sauce made in one pan
- Versatile and can be paired with different proteins and served with various sides
- Quick and easy one-pan meal ready in 30 minutes
- Naturally gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free
- Oil – Use any cooking oil of your choice for toasting the spices and sautéing the onion.
- Whole spices – Include toasted cloves, bay leaf, cardamom, and cinnamon stick to enhance the first layer of flavor.
- Ground spices – Add black pepper, fenugreek, and garam masala for the second layer of flavor.
- Onion – Caramelized onion provides a rich umami flavor to the dish.
- Ginger garlic paste – Enhances the umami flavor when combined with onion. Alternatively, you can use minced fresh garlic and ginger.
- Salt – Essential for bringing out all the flavors in the kali mirch dish.
- Non-dairy yogurt – Makes the sauce creamy. You can substitute with other non-dairy creams like cashew cream or use thick non-dairy milk instead. Ensure it is soy-free and nut-free if needed.
- Spinach – Fresh or frozen spinach adds color and nutrients to the curry.
- Water – Adds moisture to the sauce.
- Beans – Use white beans or your preferred vegan chicken substitute such as regular or chickpea tofu, soy curls, seitan, etc.
- Constantly stir the whole spices while toasting to prevent burning.
- Add splashes of water to the onions to help them brown evenly.
- If the ginger garlic paste is splattering too much in the hot pan, add a splash of water to calm it down.
To make the kali mirch beans, heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil. Once hot, add cloves, bay leaf, cardamom, and cinnamon stick and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add black pepper, fenugreek, and garam masala. Stir in the onion and salt, then increase the heat to medium and cook until the onion is golden. Add splashes of water to help the onions cook evenly.
Next, add the ginger garlic paste and cook for 30 seconds. Mix in non-dairy yogurt, remaining salt, spinach, and water or stock, and bring to a boil. Stir in the beans and adjust the salt and flavor as needed. You can add more black pepper for heat or vegan cheese for creaminess. Partially cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
Garnish with black pepper, red pepper flakes, cilantro, and vegan parmesan as desired. Use soy- and/or nut-free options for any allergies. Enhance your dining experience with this delectable one-pan meal, which can be enjoyed with flatbread or sourdough for dipping. For a fusion twist, try serving it over pasta, a baked potato, or roasted cauliflower!
Switch off the heat, then sprinkle on some red pepper flakes, black pepper, cilantro, and vegan parmesan before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe allergy friendly?
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be made soy-free and nut-free by using suitable non-dairy yogurt and vegan parmesan.
What can I serve with kali mirch beans?
Pair this dish with naan, flatbread, toasted sourdough, or garlic bread. For a unique fusion dish, consider spooning it over a baked potato, seared cauliflower, or your favorite pasta. following sentence:
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