Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Easy Lentil Curry. With rich spices and creamy coconut milk, this dish is a delightful blend of flavors that transforms any meal into a memorable occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this curry is not only quick to prepare but also caters to various dietary preferences, making it a must-try for everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown or green lentils
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute.
- Stir in rinsed lentils, curry powder, salt, and pepper; mix well for 2 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and 2 cups of vegetable broth or water. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Add fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg