Durban Sugar Bean & Potato Bunny Curry (Vegetarian Natal Masala) – Authentic South Africa Recipe

Ingredients for Durban Sugar Bean & Potato Bunny Curry (Vegetarian Natal Masala) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) creamy speckled sugar beans (rajma/borlotti), prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups cubed potatoes and ripe tomatoes, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup fresh cilantro and crusty bread or rice
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Durban masala
• 1.5 tbsp traditional South Africa seasoning (curry leaves, mustard seeds, garlic, ginger)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat; brown creamy speckled sugar beans (rajma/borlotti) for 5 minutes.
2. Add minced onion, garlic, Durban masala, and curry leaves, mustard seeds, garlic, ginger, stirring for 2 minutes until deeply aromatic.
3. Add cubed potatoes and ripe tomatoes and pour in the braising liquid; bring to a lively simmer.
4. Cover and braise over medium-low heat for 20–22 minutes until meltingly tender and the sauce is rich and glossy.
5. Stir in fresh cilantro and crusty bread or rice right before serving warm.