Description
A delicious and hearty sweet potato curry packed with vegetables and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 cup zucchini
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 cup tofu
- 1 cup cooked chicken or beef (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Chop your choice of vegetables and set them aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large saucepan or pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Add the Spices: Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin (if using). Cook for an additional minute to toast the spices, releasing their essential oils and enhancing the flavor.
- Incorporate the Sweet Potatoes: Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot and mix well to coat them with the spices.
- Add Coconut Milk and Simmer: Pour in the coconut milk and add vegetable broth or water until the sweet potatoes are just covered. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add Vegetables: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked through, add your choice of vegetables and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant and crisp.
- Season and Serve: Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. If you like a bit of heat, feel free to add some red chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce. Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For extra protein, add cooked chicken or beef.
- This dish can be made vegetarian by omitting the meat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg