Teresa's Recipes
Enhanced Vegetable Curry
Indulge in this vibrant and aromatic vegetable curry, a true celebration of fresh produce and spices that evokes the rich culinary traditions of India. Bursting with flavors from the earthy spices and creamy coconut milk, this dish is not only comforting but also incredibly nourishing. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan for a complete meal that will transport your taste buds to distant lands.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium, chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) Coconut milk
- 1 large, sliced Carrot
- 1 medium, diced Potato
- 1 medium, diced Bell pepper
- 2 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup, frozen or fresh Green peas
- 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt to the pot. Stir well to coat the onions and spices, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, diced bell pepper, cauliflower florets, and green peas. Stir to combine all the vegetables with the curry base.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and infused with the spices.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice for a fresh burst of flavor.
- Serve the vegetable curry hot, paired with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread.
Tips
- For extra protein, consider adding chickpeas or lentils.
- Feel free to substitute any of the vegetables based on what you have on hand.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.