Indian Corn Stew
Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold Indian spices, this Indian Corn Stew is the perfect comfort food for any season. Loaded with fresh sweet corn, tender potatoes, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy kidney beans, this stew combines wholesome vegetables with aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric for a dish that's both nourishing and flavorful. The rich vegetable broth base ties together the earthy, slightly spicy flavors, while a garnish of fresh cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it with warm naan, roti, or fluffy rice, and savor a satisfying, plant-based meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 large carrot (peeled and diced)
- 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cooked kidney beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil (or ghee) in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden and translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, and red chili powder, and toast the spices for 30 seconds to release their aromas.
Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and red bell peppers to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
Stir in the sweet corn kernels, chopped tomatoes, and kidney beans. Season with salt.
Cover and continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
Garnish the stew with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with warm naan, roti, or a bowl of steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1078 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1476 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
