RECIPE

Sweet Potato & Spinach Lentil Curry

Name: Sweet Potato & Spinach Lentil Curry
Cook time: 30 mins
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 pouches TASTY BITE®/MD Madras Lentils; 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup / 150 g); 2 cloves garlic, minced (10 g); 1 tbsp (15 g) fresh ginger, grated; 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups / 300 g); 1 tsp (5 g) curry powder; 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) ground cumin; 1/2 tsp (0.5 g) red chilli flakes; 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) kosher salt; 1/4 tsp (1 g) black pepper; 1 cup (240 mL) coconut milk; 1/2 cup (120 mL) vegetable broth or water; 2 cups (60 g) baby spinach; Fresh coriander leaves and lime wedges, for serving; Warm naan or basmati rice, for serving

TIME

30 mins

INGREDIENTS

16 items

MAKES

4 servings

Creamy TASTY BITE®/MD Madras Lentils simmered with tender sweet potatoes, warm spices, and rich coconut milk create a deeply comforting curry bursting with flavour. It is cozy, nutritious, and quick enough for busy weeknights.

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INGREDIENTS

2 pouches TASTY BITE®/MD Madras Lentils
1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup / 150 g)
2 cloves garlic, minced (10 g)
1 tbsp (15 g) fresh ginger, grated
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups / 300 g)
1 tsp (5 g) curry powder
1/2 tsp (2.5 g) ground cumin
1/2 tsp (0.5 g) red chilli flakes
1/2 tsp (2.5 g) kosher salt
1/4 tsp (1 g) black pepper
1 cup (240 mL) coconut milk
1/2 cup (120 mL) vegetable broth or water
2 cups (60 g) baby spinach
Fresh coriander leaves and lime wedges, for serving
Warm naan or basmati rice, for serving

PRODUCTS USED

Madras Lentils
All Natural Indian Entrée

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1
Sauté the Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
2
Bloom the Spices & Aromatics: Stir in garlic, ginger, curry powder, ground cumin, and red chilli flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly toasted.
3
Simmer the Sweet Potatoes: Stir in sweet potato cubes, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
4
Incorporate the Lentils: Add TASTY BITE®/MD Madras Lentils to the pan and gently simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until thoroughly heated through and flavours meld.
5
Wilt the Spinach: Fold in fresh baby spinach and stir gently for 1 to 2 minutes until tender and wilted.
6
Season & Serve: Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into warm bowls and garnish with fresh coriander leaves and lime wedges. Serve hot alongside warm naan or fluffy basmati rice.