Black Beans Recipe | Black beans Masala Maharashtrian Style | Black Beans Gravy | Kale dane usal

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans provide a similar texture and flavor, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Soak black beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked black beans.

Heat cooking oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown, 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger, garlic, and green chili; cook for 2-3 minutes until aromatic.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5-6 minutes.

Mix in coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add the soaked black beans and enough water to cover them.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until beans are tender.

Stir in garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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