Curry Around the World: 5 Essential Recipes To Try

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be healthier and more flavorful.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder; cook for 1-2 minutes to toast spices.

Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine with the spices.

Add your choice of protein and vegetables; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes until protein is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Season with salt to taste.

Serve hot with rice or naan.

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