Indian Corn Stew

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold Indian spices, this Indian Corn Stew is the perfect comfort food for any season. Loaded with fresh sweet corn, tender potatoes, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy kidney beans, this stew combines wholesome vegetables with aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric for a dish that's both nourishing and flavorful. The rich vegetable broth base ties together the earthy, slightly spicy flavors, while a garnish of fresh cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it with warm naan, roti, or fluffy rice, and savor a satisfying, plant-based meal that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1 large carrot (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup cooked kidney beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil (or ghee) in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden and translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, and red chili powder, and toast the spices for 30 seconds to release their aromas.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and red bell peppers to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the sweet corn kernels, chopped tomatoes, and kidney beans. Season with salt.

Step 7

Cover and continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Garnish the stew with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with warm naan, roti, or a bowl of steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2613.2 grams (2613.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1715

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4778mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 297.10g	108%
Dietary Fiber 55.10g	197%
Total Sugars 65.30g
Protein 62.30g	125%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 377mg	29%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 6412mg	136%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.9%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 64.6%