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Creamy Red Lentil Curry

Creamy Red Lentil Curry: 5 Reasons to Love This Dish


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A flavorful and creamy vegan red lentil curry with sweet potatoes, perfect for a warm, comforting dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or coconut oil for added richness)
  • 1 cup White Onion (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (fresh grated)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (or crushed tomatoes)
  • 1 tablespoon Red Curry Paste (adjust quantity based on spice preference)
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes (cubed)
  • 1 cup Red Lentils (rinsed)
  • 1 can Coconut Milk (13.5 ounces)
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Cauliflower Rice (or regular rice)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in ginger, garlic, and curry powder. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add tomato paste and red curry paste, cooking for an additional minute until well combined.
  4. Mix in sweet potatoes and red lentils, stirring to coat them in spices.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, cover, and simmer for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat, serve over cauliflower rice, and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Main Course
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Indian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 5 g
    • Sodium: 400 mg
    • Fat: 15 g
    • Saturated Fat: 10 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 52 g
    • Fiber: 12 g
    • Protein: 12 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg