Creamy beetroot curry

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Creamy beetroot curry
60 min.
4
255kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and delicious vegetarian dish that's both comforting and packed with flavor, look no further than this Creamy Beetroot Curry. This gluten-free gem is not only a feast for the eyes with its stunning deep magenta hue, but it's also a fantastic way to enjoy the earthy sweetness of beetroot, transformed into a spiced delight.

Imagine the aroma of toasted mustard seeds mingling with soft, sautéed onions as they meld together with aromatic Madras curry paste. It's a marriage of flavors that sets the stage for the star of the show: the tender beetroot. As they simmer away, the earthy beetroot absorbs all the spices, resulting in a curry that's not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying.

This dish is perfect for sharing with friends and family, making it an ideal appetizer, snack, or even a light main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply indulging in a quiet meal at home, this Creamy Beetroot Curry is sure to impress. Serve it warm alongside fluffy basmati rice and a dollop of cool, creamy yogurt for a luxurious touch. Join us in the kitchen and discover how easy it is to elevate humble ingredients into a dazzling and delicious dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tbsp vegetable oil 
  •  onion very finely chopped
  • tsp mustard seeds yellow
  • tbsp curry paste 
  • kg beets raw peeled halved sliced ( weight)
  •  to 2 chilies slit green halved
  • 400 canned tomatoes chopped canned
  • tbsp almond flour 
  • tbsp yogurt low-fat

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large lidded pan, stir in the onions and cook for 8 mins until soft. Tip in the mustard seeds and cook for 1 min until toasted. Stir through the curry paste and sizzle for 3 mins.
  2. Mix the beetroot through the spicy onions, then add the chilli, tomatoes and 2 cans of water. Cover and simmer for 30 mins, stirring occasionally, until the beetroot is tender.
  3. Remove the lid, turn up the heat and cook until the sauce is thick.
  4. Take off the heat, then stir through the almonds, yogurt and some seasoning. Top with yogurt and serve with basmati rice, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein12.97%
Fat27.18%
Carbs59.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.25
Glycemic Load
14
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.403043586275%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
11.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.87kcal
12.74%
Fat:8.25g
12.7%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.76%
Carbohydrates:40.88g
13.63%
Net Carbohydrates:29.58g
10.76%
Sugar:26.47g
29.41%
Cholesterol:1.2mg
0.4%
Sodium:380.99mg
16.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.86g
17.73%
Folate:299.77µg
74.94%
Manganese:1.1mg
55.09%
Fiber:11.3g
45.2%
Vitamin A:2080.99IU
41.62%
Potassium:1239.98mg
35.43%
Vitamin C:28.05mg
34%
Magnesium:90.1mg
22.52%
Iron:4.01mg
22.3%
Copper:0.4mg
20.05%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.86%
Phosphorus:185.03mg
18.5%
Calcium:152.68mg
15.27%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.98%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.49%
Vitamin K:12.37µg
11.78%
Vitamin E:1.7mg
11.31%
Vitamin B3:2.19mg
10.95%
Zinc:1.48mg
9.85%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.59%
Selenium:5.37µg
7.67%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.87%