Easy Vegan Sweet potato and Brown Lentil Curry Recipe for Beginners (One-pot meal)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: brown lentils

Brown lentils are often less expensive and provide similar texture.

Wash lentils until water runs clear and soak for about 30 minutes.

Cut 1 medium sweet potato into small pieces.

Finely chop 1 medium red onion.

Grate 1 tsp of ginger.

Heat 1 tbsp of cooking oil in a pot.

Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds and 1/2 tsp cumin seeds to the pot and allow them to sizzle.

Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1/2 tsp kalonji or onion flakes to the pot and allow the spices to cook until fragrant.

Add 1 cup of tomato puree to the pot and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add the soaked lentils and salt to taste.

Pour in 2-1/2 cups of vegetable broth, cover the lid, and let it cook for 15 minutes or until the lentils are tender.

Add lemon juice and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with a bunch of finely chopped coriander and serve with a side of yogurt.

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