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a tray of masala beans served with chai and buttery toast
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Masala Baked Beans

These masala beans are a flavoursome way to upgrade your baked beans. Onions, spices and coriander are added to humble baked beans transforming into a moreish breakfast.
Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 208kcal
Author Shivani Raja

Ingredients

  • 1 thumb Ginger finely grated, or 1/2 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 clove Garlic finely grated, or 1/2 tsp garlic paste
  • 1/3 Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/2 tbsp Sunflower Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1/8 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tin Baked Beans
  • 1 Green Chili slit
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Coriander chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Butter

Instructions

  • Add the sunflower oil, cumin seeds and mustard seeds to a medium sized saucepan over low-medium heat.
  • Once the seeds begin to crackle in the oil, add the diced red onion, ginger and garlic to the pan and stir until coated in the oil.
  • Cook the aromatics until slightly browned, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
  • Add the ground spices to the pan: turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, chilli powder, and garam masala.
  • Cook for 3-5 minutes stirring regularly until the masala begins to smell good.
  • Add the tin of baked beans and slit green chilli (optional) to the pan. Stir to combine.
  • Continue cooking the masala beans until fragrant and heated through.
  • Finish with the butter and chopped fresh coriander, and enjoy with hot buttery toast and chai.

Notes

  • Store leftover masala beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 34.4g | Protein: 6.6g | Fat: 4.8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 660mg | Fiber: 7.7g | Sugar: 15g