Vegan Red Lentil Curry

45m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Prep aromatics: mince garlic, dice serrano peppers and grate ginger.
  2. 2In a bowl, mix cumin, coriander, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, and indian red chili powder.
  3. 3Rinse red lentils until water runs clear.
  4. 4Heat a large saucepan with coconut oil.
  5. 5Add garlic, ginger, and green chili peppers and cook until fragrant.
  6. 6Add ground spices, salt, and pepper and cook for one minute.
  7. 7Add vegetable broth and stir.
  8. 8Add washed red lentils and crushed tomatoes.
  9. 9Stir everything, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are al dente.
  10. 10Stir in coconut milk and almond butter until combined.
  11. 11Add salt and pepper to taste.
  12. 12Stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
  13. 13Serve with rice and naan or roti.

Ingredients

  • 1 piece garlic
  • 2 pieces serrano peppers
  • 1 piece ginger
  • 1 tbsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp coriander
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp indian red chili powder
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp almond butter
  • 1 handful cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 salt
  • 1 pepper

Equipment

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