Description
Experience a burst of flavor with Creamy Miso and Coconut Butter Beans. This dish marries the richness of coconut milk and the savory depth of miso, complemented by tender butter beans. Perfectly creamy and aromatic, it’s an ideal centerpiece for weeknight meals or special gatherings. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread, and watch as it captivates your guests with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tbsp white or red miso paste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the butter beans under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic and ginger in a splash of oil until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add the coconut milk and miso paste; stir until smooth.
- Fold in the vegetable broth and butter beans; simmer for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt to taste and add lime juice.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs over rice or alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg