Butter Bean Recipes
Creamy, versatile, and incredibly delicious, butter beans are a fantastic addition to a wide range of dishes. Explore our collection of comforting and flavourful butter bean recipes.
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Simple Butter Bean Recipes
Discover the simple joy of butter beans. This collection focuses on easy-to-follow recipes that use minimal ingredients, letting the creamy texture and subtle flavour of the beans shine through.
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One Pot Butter Bean Recipes
Make dinner and clean-up a breeze. These one-pot butter bean recipes combine creamy beans and delicious flavours in a single pan or pot, creating a hearty, satisfying meal with minimal effort.
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Vegetarian Butter Bean Recipes
Put creamy butter beans at the heart of your plate. These vegetarian recipes are packed with hearty texture and plant-based protein, creating satisfying, wholesome, and delicious meat-free meals.
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Butter Bean Curry Recipes
Experience the perfect pairing of creamy beans and bold, aromatic spices. These butter bean curry recipes are incredibly comforting, easy to make, and packed with rich, global flavours.
Butter Bean Recipe FAQs
What are butter beans?
Butter beans are a type of lima bean that has a creamy texture and a delicate, buttery flavour.
Are butter beans and lima beans the same thing?
Yes, butter beans are mature lima beans.
What is a good substitute for butter beans?
Cannellini beans or other white beans can be used as a substitute for butter beans in most recipes.
Can you eat butter beans raw?
No, raw lima beans contain a compound that can be toxic. Always cook butter beans thoroughly before eating.
What are the nutritional benefits of butter beans?
Butter beans are highly nutritious. They are an excellent source of plant-based protein, packed with dietary fibre, and rich in minerals like iron, folate, and potassium.
Should I use canned or dried butter beans?
Canned butter beans are pre-cooked and very convenient. Dried butter beans are more economical and often have a firmer texture, but they must be soaked (usually overnight) and cooked thoroughly before use.
What flavours pair well with butter beans?
Their creamy, mild flavour makes them incredibly versatile. They pair beautifully with garlic, lemon, fresh herbs like sage and rosemary, and can absorb smoky flavours like chorizo or paprika.
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