Mauritian Delight Curry

Ingredients

• Water (1 cup)
• Salt (to taste)
• Fresh cilantro (a handful, chopped)
• Tomatoes (2, diced)
• Coconut milk (1 can (400 ml))
• Protein of your choice (chicken, beef, tofu, etc.) (500 grams, cubed)
• Bell peppers (2, diced)
• Carrots (2, sliced)
• Potatoes (2, diced)
• Cayenne pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Coriander powder (1 tablespoon)
• Cumin powder (1 tablespoon)
• Turmeric powder (1 teaspoon)
• Curry powder (2 tablespoons)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, freshly grated)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 large, chopped)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
3. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and cayenne pepper. Make sure the onions and spices are well combined.
4. Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced bell peppers. Cook for around 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables start to soften.
5. Next, stir in your choice of protein and cook until browned on all sides.
6. Pour in the coconut milk and the diced tomatoes, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
7. Season with salt, add water, and bring the curry to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. This allows the vegetables to become tender and the flavors to meld together.
8. Finish the dish by garnishing with freshly chopped cilantro.
9. Serve your Mauritian curry hot, ideally complemented with steamed rice or warm naan bread.