Speedy lentil coconut curry
Prep
5 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This speedy lentil coconut curry is my go to weeknight dinner when I need something wholesome on the table fast. With just twenty minutes of cooking time, it comes together quicker than you'd think, and the best part is it relies on simple pantry staples and frozen veg so there's minimal prep involved. Green lentils are packed with protein and fiber, making this a genuinely nourishing meal that keeps you satisfied, and the creamy coconut milk balances the warming spices beautifully. Serve it over brown rice with a dollop of yogurt for pure comfort in a bowl.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 11 onion roughly chopped
- 12 garlic cloves roughly chopped
- 11 red or green chilli roughly chopped
- 11 carrot roughly chopped
- 10 gpiece of ginger peeled and chopped
- 1 tspvegetable oil
- 1 tbsptikka masala curry paste
- 400 gcan cooked green lentils
- 220 mllight coconut milk
- 200 gfrozen peas
- 10 gcoriander roughly chopped
- 200 gcooked brown rice
- 4 tbsplight coconut or natural yogurt to serve
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Put the onion, garlic, chilli, carrot and ginger in a food processor and blitz to a smooth paste.
- 2
Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over a medium heat and cook the veg paste for 4-5 mins until fragrant and starting to soften. Add the curry paste and cook for 1 min more, then add the lentils and stir to combine.
- 3
Pour in the coconut milk and 50-75ml water, and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 mins until thickened and creamy. Add the peas in the final 5 mins, and season well.
- 4
Stir in most of the coriander, then divide the curry between four bowls along with the rice. Sprinkle over the remaining coriander and top with the yogurt to serve.
Recipe Variations
Get AI-powered ingredient substitution suggestions.
You Might Also Like
Beergarita
My go to drink for summer gatherings is this refreshing Beergarita, and let me tell you, it's a total crowd pleaser. The combination of tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and a cold Corona creates something that tastes way more complicated than it actually is. Lime juice is packed with vitamin C, which is great for your immune system, and the whole thing takes just five minutes to throw together. Best part? It's incredibly budget friendly since you're probably already stocking most of these ingredients anyway.
Tropical Quinoa
This tropical quinoa bowl has become my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in just forty minutes and tastes like a mini vacation on a plate. Quinoa is one of my favorite ingredients since it's a complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, making it so satisfying and perfect for keeping energy levels steady. The combination of papaya, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro brings vibrant flavors and colors, while the rice wine vinegar and orange zest add just the right brightness. Best part is the ingredient list is simple and affordable, yet feels fancy enough to impress anyone at your table.
Coconut & raspberry crush
Have you tried making a drink that's both refreshing and genuinely good for you? This coconut and raspberry crush is my go to when I want something special without the fuss. The best part is how quick it comes together in just ten minutes of prep. Coconut water is absolutely fantastic for hydration, packed with natural electrolytes that your body actually needs. I love combining it with tart raspberries and a hint of mint for that perfect balance of sweet and zingy. It's simple, it's delicious, and honestly, it feels like you're treating yourself to something fancy.
Reviews
Sign in to write a review.