Sweet Potato Lentil Curry Bliss
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of this Sweet Potato Lentil Curry. Perfectly spiced and packed with nutritious ingredients, this gluten-free dish features tender lentils and sweet potatoes enveloped in a rich coconut milk base. It's a wholesome, satisfying meal that's easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy evening for one or two.
ingredients
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- 2.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 3.
Add curry powder and ground cumin; stir to combine and cook for 1 minute to enhance the spices.
- 4.
Add the diced sweet potato and rinsed lentils to the pot, stirring to coat with the spices.
- 5.
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- 6.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
- 7.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as desired.
- 8.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if using.
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