This coconut red lentil curry recipe is probably my favourite fall and winter meal. It’s easy to make, uses pantry staples (which means you can make it even when you don’t have much in your fridge), and it’s very filling – lots of protein, fibre and carbs! Just add a salad, and it’s balanced!
Plus, it freezes really well. So, it’s perfect for meal prepping and batch freezing to make life easier for future you.
If you make this coconut red lentil curry recipe, be sure to take a picture or video and tag me on social media! I always love to see your creations.
If you’re looking to add more plant-based protein to your diet, but has no idea how or where to start, this article may be helpful!
Coconut Red Lentil Curry
Equipment
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Medium pot
Ingredients
- 1-2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (more if you like heat)
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 2 ½ cups water
- 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups red lentils, rinsed
- basmati rice
Instructions
- Add olive oil to a large pot over medium heat. Cook diced onion until fragrant and translucent.
- Add ginger and garlic. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Add curry powder and chili flakes. Mix until well combined and the onion mixture is well covered in spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add coconut milk, broth, water and red lentils. Stir until combined.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until lentils are cooked, 10-15 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes. Stir well until everything is combined.
- Meanwhile, cook basmati rice according to directions on the package.
- Let curry simmer for another 20-30 minutes or until reduced to a consistency you enjoy. It should be thicker than soup.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Add basmati rice to a bowl. Ladle curry on top. Garnish with coriander and more chili flakes (optional). And serve with some warm pitas and a salad.
Lastly, if you tried this coconut red lentil curry recipe , let me know in the comments! TELL ME HOW YOU MADE IT YOUR OWN!
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