Curried Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole in a casserole dish.

5 from 53 votes

This curried green bean casserole is a delightful fusion of traditional American comfort food and the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Indian

Diet: Diabetic, Hindu, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 215kcal

Author: Shilpa Kerur

Equipment

Casserole dish

Ingredients

1½ lb green beans trimmed and halved
10½ oz cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
2 tablespoon curry powder (use store-bought or homemade curry powder)
1½ cups cheddar cheese shredded, (divided)
1½ cups fried onions (divided)
½ teaspoon salt (adjust as per taste)
½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Prep the green beans:

Prepare an ice bath and set it aside.
Boil a large pot of water and add the green beans. Cook them for 5 minutes.
Strain the green beans and transfer them to the ice bath until completely cooled. Drain the water and pat dry them gently.

Assemble and bake:

Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C).
Combine cooked green beans with mushroom soup, milk, curry powder, black pepper, salt, one cup of crispy onions, and one cup of cheese in a casserole dish.
Bake for 15 minutes or until the onions are crispy and golden.
Remove from oven and give it a good mix. Top with remaining onions and cheese. Return to the oven for another 10 minutes or until golden.

Notes

Fresh green beans can be replaced with canned beans. For this recipe, you will need 4 cups of canned beans (2 cans weighing 14.5 oz each).

While canned or frozen green beans can be used, fresh green beans will give the right texture and taste for this recipe. If using canned or frozen beans, make sure to thaw (if frozen) and drain them thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.

I am blanching the beans for 5 minutes, which gives a tender-crisp texture. If you want well-cooked beans, blanch them for 7 minutes instead. Also, it is important to plunge the beans into ice water immediately after blanching to stop the cooking process and preserve their green color.

Incorporating shredded cheese, such as cheddar or Parmesan, adds a delightful richness to the casserole, complementing the creamy mushroom sauce. The cheese also contributes a subtle savory flavor that complements the curry spices. Do not skip it!

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