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Lentil Sweet Potato curry in a bowl.

Lentil Sweet Potato Curry

Keri Bevan
This lentil sweet potato curry is so creamy and comforting. It's a also a one pot recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve with a steaming bowl of rice or fresh naan for the ultimate no fuss midweek meal.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 368 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes peeled and diced into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 cup dried red lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 14 ounce can coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • ½ lime juice of
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
  • In a large pot or deep skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes to release their flavors.
  • Add the diced sweet potatoes and rinsed lentils to the pot and stir until everything is coated in in the curry spices.
  • Now, add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the spice levels if needed by adding more chili powder.
  • Once the lentils and sweet potatoes are fully cooked and the curry has thickened, remove the pot from heat. Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the pot and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
  • Serve the sweet potato lentil curry over cooked rice or with naan bread.

Notes

❄️Storage Instructions

Refrigerator

Allow the curry to cool to room temperature before storing. Then,transfer it into airtight containers or sealable bags. It should stay fresh in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove-top over medium heat.

Freezer

Once the curry has cooled, portion it into freezer-safe containers or bags, leaving some space for expansion. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating on the stove-top.

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 455mgPotassium: 1142mgFiber: 20gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 16409IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 7mg
Keyword lentil curry, lentil sweet potato curry, sweet potato curry
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