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Coconut Red Lentil Curry with Spinach

Steamed Basmati Rice
dairy-freegluten-freepescatarianveganvegetarian

Ingredients

Curry

Rice

Method

1

Combine the rice, 2¼ cups water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes until tender. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.

2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion 4-5 minutes until soft, then add the garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute more.

3

Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and red pepper flakes, and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

4

Add the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, red lentils, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft and the curry has thickened.

5

Stir in the spinach and cook 2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt to taste.

6

Spoon the curry over the rice.

Notes

  • A squeeze of lime just before serving adds brightness.
  • Leftovers thicken in the fridge — thin with a splash of broth or water when reheating.

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