Vegetarian Lentil Curry Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Lentil Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 180 g lentils, soaked overnight (slightly less than a cup); 1 large onion, sliced thin; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 thumb-sized chunk fresh ginger, minced; 1 large potato, cubed; 1 medium carrot, cubed; 1 Tbsp curry powder (I used Madras curry powder. Add up to 1 Tbsp more for very spicy curry); 1 Tbsp tomato paste; 1 Cinnamon stick (optional, gives it a nice accent); 1 tsp sea salt

Servings: persons

180 g lentils, soaked overnight (slightly less than a cup)
1 large onion, sliced thin
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 thumb-sized chunk fresh ginger, minced
1 large potato, cubed
1 medium carrot, cubed
1 Tbsp curry powder (I used Madras curry powder. Add up to 1 Tbsp more for very spicy curry)
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Cinnamon stick (optional, gives it a nice accent)
1 tsp sea salt

1
If time permits, soak lentils in plenty of water for a few hours.
2
Cube the potato and carrot, and cut onion into thin slices.
3
Mince the garlic and ginger.
4
Heat oil in a deep sauce pan or pot.
5
Add the onions, minced garlic and ginger and saute on medium low until soft and starting to turn golden (about 10-15 minutes)
6
Add 1 tablespoon curry powder (add 1/2 to 1 Tablespoon more for extra so iciness) and stir in for 1 minute until fragrant.
7
Add 1 tablespoon tomato paste and mix in with onions and spices.
8
Add the lentils, potatoes, carrots and cinnamon stick (if using) to the pan.
9
Pour in enough water (I use the water from soaking lentils) or vegetable broth to completely cover the lentils & veggies.
10
Bring everything to a boil then turn to low heat.
11
Cover with lid and simmer for 30-45 until soft.
12
When lentils are soft, mix in 1/2 tsp salt, taste and add more if needed.
13
I added 1 tsp in total.
14
Fold in some chopped chives or cilantro and serve with steamed rice or Indian bread like naan.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 180 g lentils, soaked overnight (slightly less than a cup), 1 large onion, sliced thin, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 thumb-sized chunk fresh ginger, minced, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Lentil Curry falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vegetarian Lentil Curry

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