Beetroot curry
Serves 6
Easy
Total time:
I found this recently, and am just going to give it a go this weekend.
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- 400g raw beetroot
- 2 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1/4 tsp black mustard seeds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 green chillies, seeded and cut into fine strips
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 tomatoes, skinned and chopped
- 100ml coconut milk
- 1 Lime, juice
Method
step 1
Peel the beetroot and cut into matchsticks. Heat the oil in a wok or saucepan, then add the mustard seeds. As soon as they begin to jump, add the onion, garlic and chillies and fry until the onion is tender. Add the remaining spices and beetroot; fry for a further 1-2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, 250ml water and a pinch of salt.step 2
Leave to simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beetroot is tender. Stir in the coconut milk, and let it simmer for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened. Stir in the lime juice, taste, adjust the seasoning and serve.
