Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes

A cozy red lentil curry loaded with sweet potatoes, warming spices, and coconut milk. The slow cooker does most of the work. Finally, something in the house that does.

I'm all for a dinner that doesn't require standing over the stove like it's my full-time job.

This slow cooker curry combines red lentils, sweet potatoes, Thai red curry paste, garam masala, turmeric, ginger, and garlic. Everything simmers together until tender, then gets finished with coconut milk.

Serve it over brown rice or quinoa with plenty of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon or lime.

You've got plant-based protein, fiber, vegetables, and plenty of flavor. A satisfying meal without making dinner a whole production. Imagine that.

cook on high

3-4 hrs

cook on low

6-7 hrs

SERVINGS

6

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Grocery List & Ingredients

Check off what you already have.

2 cups dried red lentils 6 cups peeled, cubed sweet potato (about 3 medium) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1 cup water 1 small shallot, finely chopped 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 teaspoon turmeric ½ tablespoon coconut sugar or light brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger ¾ teaspoon kosher salt 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon) 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste 1 cup canned light coconut milk

For Serving

Cooked brown rice or quinoa Fresh cilantro Lemon or lime wedges

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Instructions

01

Coat a 5-quart or larger slow cooker with nonstick spray.

02

Rinse the lentils, then add them to the slow cooker.

03

Add the sweet potato, vegetable broth, water, shallot, curry paste, garam masala, turmeric, sugar, ginger, salt, garlic, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

04

Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or LOW for 6–7 hours, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.

05

Turn off the heat and stir in the coconut milk. If you'd like a thinner consistency, stir in additional broth or water.

06

Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

07

Serve hot over prepared brown rice or quinoa. Garnish with lots of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon or lime.

Enjoy! 

SOURCE: Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes — Original Printable Recipe

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