Lentils are such a fabulous ingredient to keep in your pantry. They are so cheap, easy to cook and add flavor, substance, and protein to any meal. One of the best ways to use them is in a curry! Here is a recipe for a really simple but hearty curry that is completed plant based and is cooked in one pot!
For this recipe, you will lentils, sweet potato, and tomatoes. If you don’t have fresh tomatoes, you can use a can of crushed tomatoes, but it will add a lot of salt so adjust your seasoning to that later in the recipe.
Method
First, cut up the sweet potato into small cubes.
Fry the sweet potatoes in coconut oil.
After they’ve gotten a bit soft, about 10 minutes, deglaze the pan with a little water for about 3-5 minutes.
Add in garlic and onions and cook until the onions are translucent.
In the meantime, put your tomatoes in a blender or food processor and make a puree.
Pour that into the pot and add the following spices: turmeric, curry, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, nutmeg, and salt.
Then, add in the lentils and more water.
Cook until the lentils are soft and cooked all the way through.
