Beerakaya Curry
Beerakaya Curry is a easy Indian recipe that serves 4. 200 calories per serving. Recipe by Messy Rasoi on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 40 min
Cost: $1.46 total, $0.37 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (neutral oil such as canola or sunflower)
- 2 tablespoons Ginger Garlic Paste (store‑bought or homemade)
- 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 large Tomato (finely diced)
- 2 pieces Green Chili (slit lengthwise, seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala (store‑bought or homemade blend)
- 1 cup Water (room temperature)
- to taste Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat Oil
Place the skillet over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Medium heat
Sauté Ginger‑Garlic Paste
Add 2 Tbsp ginger‑garlic paste to the hot oil. Stir continuously for 1 minute until fragrant and the raw smell disappears.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: Medium heat
Add Onions and Chilies
Stir in the finely chopped onion and slit green chilies. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns golden‑brown, about 3 minutes.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: Medium heat
Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the diced tomato and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to soften and release its juices.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Medium heat
Season with Garam Masala
Sprinkle 1 tsp garam masala over the sautéed mixture. Stir quickly for 30 seconds so the spices release aroma without burning.
Time: PT30S
Temperature: Medium heat
Simmer the Curry
Pour in 1 cup water, add salt to taste, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: Low simmer
Garnish and Serve
Turn off the heat, sprinkle chopped cilantro on top, and serve hot with rice, roti, or naan.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 200
- Protein
- 5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 15 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 3 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free
Allergens: None
Last updated: April 19, 2026






