Sri Lankan Ruby Beetroot & Cashew Curry
This vibrant dish is a sensory celebration, blending the earthy sweetness of beets with creamy coconut and toasted cashews. It's a unique departure from standard curries, offering a striking color and a perfect balance of spice and crunch for Week 34.
In short
Sri Lankan Ruby Beetroot & Cashew Curry takes about 45 minutes (15 min prep, 30 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 13 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Fresh beetroots500 g
- Raw cashews100 g
- Coconut milk400 ml
- Red onion1 pcs
- Garlic cloves3 pcs
- Fresh ginger, minced1 tbsp
- Curry leaves1 sprig
- Cinnamon stick1 pcs
- Roasted curry powder2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder1 tsp
- Green chilies, slit2 pcs
- Basmati rice300 g
- Fresh lime juice1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Peel the beetroots and cut them into thin batons. Soak the raw cashews in warm water for about 15 minutes to soften slightly.
- 2
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped red onion, minced garlic, ginger, curry leaves, and the cinnamon stick until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
- 3
Add the roasted curry powder, turmeric, and green chilies to the pot. Stir for 1 minute to release the essential oils without burning the spices.
- 4
Stir in the beetroot batons and drained cashews. Pour in the coconut milk. Reduce heat to low-medium, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the beetroots are tender but still have a slight bite.
- 5
While the curry simmers, rinse the basmati rice and cook it according to package instructions until fluffy.
- 6
Remove the cinnamon stick. Stir in the lime juice and salt to taste. Serve the deep ruby curry over a bed of warm basmati rice.
Questions and answers
How long does Sri Lankan Ruby Beetroot & Cashew Curry take?
About 45 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 30 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 13 ingredients: Fresh beetroots, Raw cashews, Coconut milk, Red onion, Garlic cloves, Fresh ginger, minced …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
