Sweet potato & red lentil curry | healthy vegan curry

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Almond milk is lower in calories and fat.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Regular potatoes are more affordable and still provide a hearty texture.

Peel and dice sweet potatoes into cubes.

Rinse red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

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

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic/ginger paste and chopped chilli, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add curry powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and turmeric powder; toast for 1-2 minutes.

Add sweet potatoes, red lentils, chopped tomatoes, and vegetable stock; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.

Stir in coconut milk and cook until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Add lemon juice and stir well to combine.

Garnish with chopped coriander before serving.

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