Description
This Lentil Curry is a flavorful and comforting vegan dish perfect for a satisfying meal. Made with brown or green lentils, aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and tangy tomatoes, this Indian-inspired curry is hearty and delicious.
Ingredients
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Lentil Curry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, heat oil, then sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant.
- Add Spices and Tomatoes: Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne. Add diced tomatoes.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in coconut milk, vegetable broth, lentils, salt, and pepper. Simmer until lentils are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, naan, or flatbread.
- For added vegetables, include spinach or carrots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
