Savor the flavor of our Mango Coconut Mung Bean Curry, a vegan dish that combines Indian spices, coconut milk, mango, and lime in a delightful medley. This simplified recipe can be prepared using the stovetop or Instant Pot.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
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Add cumin seeds and cook for about 1 minute, until they just begin to darken.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it has browned, but watch it carefully to prevent burning.
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Add crushed tomatoes, ginger paste, ground coriander, turmeric, sea salt, and cayenne pepper, and stir to combine. Sauté this mixture for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add water and rinsed mung beans, increase heat to high, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice, until mung beans are cooked.
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Stir in coconut milk, diced mango, lime juice, and chopped cilantro, and cook for another 5 minutes.
INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS
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Using the sauté function, heat your Instant Pot on normal heat. Add canola oil and cumin seeds, cooking for approximately one minute until they sizzle.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until browned, watching carefully to prevent burning.
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Add crushed tomatoes, ginger paste, ground coriander, turmeric, sea salt, and cayenne pepper, stirring to combine. Sauté this mixture for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add 3 cups of water and rinsed mung beans. Place the lid on your Instant Pot and set to manual pressure cook on HIGH for 10 minutes.
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Allow the pressure to release naturally (about 20-30 minutes) and remove the lid once safe.
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Stir in coconut milk, diced mango, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Serve and enjoy!