Vegetarian Red Lentil Coconut Curry
Description
This is a dreamy, creamy, delicious vegetarian red lentil coconut curry which is great served over rice.
Ingredients
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1 cup red lentils
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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2 medium carrots, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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3 medium plum tomatoes, chopped
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2 cups vegetable stock
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1/2 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
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2 tablespoons red curry paste
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2 teaspoons curry powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Directions
1
Rinse lentils with cold water until water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots and onion. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to help vegetables release their liquid. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add tomatoes and another pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Stir in vegetable stock and lentils. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer, stirring every so often, for 45 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, curry paste, curry powder, cumin, and chili powder. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.