How to Make Lentil Curry | Easy Food Bank Recipes | EduSeries

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Kale is nutrient-dense and frozen spinach is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and are often cheaper.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats while canola oil is often less expensive.

Rinse lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and coriander, cooking for 1-2 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add rinsed lentils and stir to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, until lentils are tender.

Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.

Season with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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