Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just can’t face standing over a stove, this butter bean curry uses the Instant Pot Easy – an all-in-one kitchen hero that sautés, pressure cooks, and slow cooks at the push of a button. It’s ideal for anyone juggling mealtimes with a million other tasks (parents, we see you). With the built-in timer and safety features, you can set it and forget it, knowing dinner is quietly getting on with itself. Recipe compliments of Instant Pot.

Ingredients

• 1kg lamb
• 2 tins of butter beans
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1tsp crushed garlic and ginger
• 1tsp crushed chillies
• 1 tbsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp coriander powder
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 1 tbsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp Roasted masala/curry powder
• 1 cup water (if using dried beans) or 1 cup (if using canned)
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

1. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and heat oil or butter. Add spices and chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in garlic, ginger and cook for a minute.
2. Add meat and water. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Pressure Cook” mode for 30 minutes on high pressure + 10 minute natural release.
3. Add beans and slow cook for 15 minutes.