Description
Carrot and Lentil Curry is a heartwarming dish that beautifully marries earthy red lentils with sweet carrots in a creamy coconut milk base. Infused with aromatic spices, this curry delivers a burst of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for cozy evenings at home or impressing guests, it’s not just a meal?it’s an experience. Quick to prepare and loaded with nutrients, this dish is as nourishing as it is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 2 cups diced carrots (about 3 medium)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saut? onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and onions turn translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Add cumin seeds and curry powder, stirring for 2 minutes until aromatic.
- 3. Incorporate diced carrots and rinsed lentils; mix well.
- 4. Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth to cover the mixture by an inch. Bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat.
- 5. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender and carrots are soft, stirring occasionally.
- 6. Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg