Curried Winged Beans
Curried Winged Beans is a vibrant Southeast Asian dish featuring the distinctive four-angled winged bean, stir-fried or simmered in a fragrant, spiced coconut curry. The primary ingredients are winged beans, coconut milk, and a curry paste often containing lemongrass, galangal, and chili. It is a popular home-style dish in countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of plant-based protein and healthy fats from the coconut milk, while being relatively low in carbohydrates. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate, with a typical serving containing approximately 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Folate | 120 µg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Manganese | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 35 µg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 65 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Winged beans are a nutritional powerhouse, often called a 'superfood' because every part of the plant—leaves, flowers, pods, and tubers—is edible. The unique, frilly edges of the bean pod create a wonderful texture that holds onto the rich curry sauce beautifully.
