Cheesy Masala Beans on Toast Recipe
Cheesy Masala Beans on Toast is a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines fragrant Indian spices with baked beans and a melty cheese topping, served on crunchy sourdough toast for a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dinner, it layers the warmth of cumin, garam masala, and turmeric with the sharpness of cheddar and red Leicester cheeses and a spicy kick from fresh chilies and hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop with Broiling (Grilling)
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired British
Ingredients
Beans Masala
- 2 slices toast (white sourdough preferred)
- 1 x 400g tin baked beans
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 medium-sized red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chilli, finely sliced on the bias
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1-2 tsp fresh coriander leaves and stalks, chopped
Topping for the Toasts
- 75g Cheddar cheese, grated
- 75g Red Leicester cheese, grated
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 green or red chillies, finely sliced on the bias
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
- 2 tsp hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
Instructions
- Prepare the Masala: Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds and toast them until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the finely chopped medium red onion and cook until softened and translucent, around 5 minutes.
- Add Spices and Chilli: Stir in the finely sliced green chilli, 1 teaspoon garam masala, and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric. Cook the spices with the onion and chilli for another 1-2 minutes to release their flavors.
- Add Baked Beans: Pour in the entire 400g tin of baked beans, including liquid. Stir well to combine with the spiced onion mixture. Let it simmer gently for 5-7 minutes so the flavors meld, stirring occasionally.
- Toast the Bread: While the beans simmer, toast the sourdough slices to your preference until golden and crisp.
- Assemble the Toast: Spoon the hot masala beans evenly over the toasted slices of bread.
- Add Cheese and Toppings: Generously sprinkle the grated Cheddar and Red Leicester cheeses over the beans. Then top with finely chopped half a red onion, 2 finely sliced chillies (green or red), and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves.
- Add Hot Sauce: Drizzle 2 teaspoons of hot sauce like Tabasco over the top for an additional spicy punch.
- Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled toasts under a grill (broiler) for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted and lightly browned.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and serve immediately while hot and gooey. Enjoy this spicy, cheesy twist on classic beans on toast!
Notes
- You can use sourdough or any sturdy bread that holds toppings well.
- Adjust green chilli quantity according to your heat preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute ghee with oil and use vegan cheese.
- Tabasco or any hot sauce can be used or omitted based on spice tolerance.
- The cheese topping can be varied to your favorite sharp cheeses for added flavor.
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