Description

This wholesome sweet potato vegan lentil curry is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with nutritious ingredients and warming spices, it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to make.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 cup red lentils
2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
2 cups vegetable broth
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Lentils: Rinse the red lentils in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
Sauté Onion, Garlic, and Ginger: In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and paprika, cooking for another minute.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the diced sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, vegetable broth, and rinsed lentils. Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over rice or quinoa.

Notes

You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of curry powder and chili flakes.
This curry stores well in the refrigerator and tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.