Palak Red Bean Inspiration

• Si Facile Red Beans, well rinsed and drained - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tbsp
• Diced onion - 1
• Minced garlic cloves - 3
• Jalapeno pepper, diced - 1
• Minced fresh ginger - 1 tbsp
• Diced tomato - 1 small
• Cumin - 1 tbsp
• Curry - 1 tbsp
• Garam masala - 1 tbsp
• Ground coriander seed - 1 tsp
• Spinach - 300 g
• Fresh coriander - 1 bunch
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Plain yogurt - ¼ cup
• Cooked potatoes, diced - 2
• Diced halloumi cheese - 200g (or paneer cheese)
• Salt and pepper - to taste
• Naan bread - (for serving, optional)

Preparation

1. In a large skillet, brown the onions in the oil until golden brown.
2. Add the garlic, chilli and ginger. Continue cooking for 3 minutes, stirring.
3. Add tomatoes, cumin, curry, garam masala and coriander seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking for 2 minutes, stirring.
4. Add spinach, cilantro and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is cooked, about 5 minutes.
5. Reduce the mixture
6. Add the red beans, yogurt, potatoes and cheese. Mix well. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
7. The dish is delicious when served with naan bread. Enjoy!