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Ingredients
Bean pot
3 tbsp olive oil
1 large Onions finely chopped
4 cloves garlic thinly sliced- 1 large jalapeño finely chopped
1 2-inch piece fresh ginger peeled and finely chopped
1 tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt or use half as much Morton kosher salt, plus more to taste
black pepper freshly ground, to taste- 1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp ground turmeric- 2 15.5-ounce cans white beans drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 bunch kale or other sturdy greens tough stems and ribs removed; leaves roughly chopped
1 lime juiced
Spiced finish
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp mustard seeds
cilantro leaves for serving
Equipment
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Instructions
- Warm the olive oil for the bean pot in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño, ginger, measured salt and a few grinds of pepper. Stir occasionally for 8–10 minutes, until softened and lightly browned at the edges.
- Stir in the garam masala and turmeric. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring so the spices coat the vegetables without scorching.
- Add the drained beans and broth. Scrape the base of the pot to release the browned bits, then bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, pressing some of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the broth.
- Fold in the chopped greens and lime juice. Continue cooking until the leaves are wilted and tender to your liking. Taste the broth and adjust the salt and pepper.
- For the finish, warm the separate measure of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, mustard seeds and a pinch of salt. Swirl for about 1 minute, until fragrant and the mustard seeds begin to pop, then remove from the heat.
- Ladle the beans and greens into bowls. Spoon the warm spiced oil over the top and scatter with cilantro.
Notes
Use the oil listed under Bean pot for the vegetables; keep the separate Spiced finish measure for the seeds.
The two kosher-salt brands have different crystal sizes. Use the brand-specific amount listed, then adjust to taste.
