How to Make Vegan Coconut-Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Curry dishes are a beloved and versatile part of many cuisines around the world. They can be spicy, mild, sweet, or tangy, and are often made with a combination of vegetables, proteins, and aromatic spices. One variation of curry that has been gaining popularity in recent years is the Vegan Coconut-Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes. This dish is not only delicious and comforting, but it's also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a perfect meal for vegetarians and vegans alike.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk, shaken
  • 3 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring 3 cups of vegetable broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in tikka masala seasoning and cook for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, without burning the garlic, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, ginger, turmeric, and salt. Cook and stir for 5 minutes.
  • Mix in lentils, sweet potato, cayenne pepper, and hot vegetable broth; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until lentils and sweet potato are cooked through, about 40 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and serve over rice garnished with cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    504 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Sodium: 1029mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 67g
    • Dietary Fiber: 16g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 129mg
    • Iron: 15mg
    • Potassium: 1077mg