Beetroot Curry
Indian beetroot curry — beets in a coconut-spice base. Sweet, earthy, beautifully red-purple. South Indian classic. Best with rice.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
28 min
Servings
6
Calories
239 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Beetroot1 ½
- Tomato3 medium
- Onion1 ½ medium
- Ginger1 ½ tsp
- Garlic4 ½ cloves
- Garam Masala1 ½
- Coriander Powder1 ½
- Salt1 ½ tsp
- Oil3 tbsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Beetroot1.5
- Tomato3 medium
- Onion1.5 medium
- Ginger1.5 tsp
- Garlic4.5 cloves
- Garam Masala1.5
- Coriander Powder1.5
- Salt1.5 tsp
- Oil3 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Peel and cube 4 medium beets into 1-inch pieces. Wear gloves if you don't want pink hands.
- 2
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a heavy pot. Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, let pop. Add 10 curry leaves (if available), 1 dried red chili, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds. Sizzle.
- 3
Add 1 chopped onion, cook 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste, cook 1 minute.
- 4
Add the cubed beets, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1.5 teaspoons salt. Stir 2 minutes.
- 5
Add 1 cup of coconut milk and ½ cup of water. Cover, simmer 20-25 minutes until beets are fork-tender.
- 6
Finish with 1 teaspoon garam masala, chopped cilantro, juice of half a lemon. Serve with basmati rice.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Wear gloves. Beet stains.
- 2.Curry leaves if available. Defining South Indian aroma.
- 3.Coconut milk + beet = beautiful color.
- 4.Tender, not mushy. 20-25 minutes.
🔬 Why It Works
Beetroot curry succeeds because the beets' natural sweetness pairs perfectly with the coconut milk and warm spices. The mustard seeds and curry leaves provide South Indian character. The slow simmer tenderizes the beets while letting them absorb the spices.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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