Best Coconut Red Lentil Curry Recipes

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COCONUT RED-LENTIL CURRY



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Make this coconut red-lentil curry recipe for a warming weeknight dinner. Coconut milk adds richness to the South Indian vegetarian meal.

Categories     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Coconut     Curry     Lentil     Zucchini     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1 (2 1/2-inch) fresh jalapeño or serrano chile, finely chopped, including seeds
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups dried red lentils (10 oz)
1 (13- to 14-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 lb zucchini (2 medium), cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro sprigs
Accompaniment: white rice

Steps:

  • Cook onion in oil in a 3 1/2- to 4-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until edges are golden, about 6 minutes. Add ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and chile and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Stir in water, lentils, and coconut milk, then simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in zucchini and simmer, covered, until lentils and zucchini are tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and serve with cilantro sprigs scattered on top.

VEGAN COCONUT CURRY RED LENTIL SOUP



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This hearty and flavorful soup is delicious, filling and healthy. Great as a thick winter soup with naan bread, or as a dahl/stew with rice.

Provided by ivi_1988

Categories     Curries

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder (or up to 2T if you are a big curry fan)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup tomato paste
7 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
2 cups red lentils
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
fresh cilantro (for garnish)
lime wedge (for garnish)

Steps:

  • To a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat, add the oil. Add the curry powder and cinnamon and cook, stirring often, until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the onion and cook 2-3 minutes, followed by the carrots, ginger, and garlic, salt, sugar, and tomato paste. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
  • Pour in the water, coconut milk, lentils, and chickpeas. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes or until the lentils are tender and the soup has thickened.
  • At the very end, stir in the lime juice. Taste for seasoning and serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.6, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 9.1, Sodium 867.8, Carbohydrate 76.3, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 31.8, Protein 16.2

VEGETARIAN RED LENTIL COCONUT CURRY



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This is a dreamy, creamy, delicious vegetarian red lentil coconut curry which is great served over rice.

Provided by kitschykitch

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Curries     Vegetarian

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup red lentils
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 medium plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
½ (14 ounce) can coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils with cold water until water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots and onion. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to help vegetables release their liquid. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and another pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Stir in vegetable stock and lentils. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer, stirring every so often, for 45 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, curry paste, curry powder, cumin, and chili powder. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.8 g, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 17.6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 319.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

RED LENTIL & COCONUT CURRY



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A great vegetarian dinner from Classic Home Cooking! Serve this up with a nice steaming dish of rice!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lentil

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups red lentils
3 2/3 cups water
1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 fresh green chile, cored, seeded, and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt
2 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons black mustard seeds (or yellow)

Steps:

  • Put the lentils into a sacuepan and add the 3 2/3 cups water. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender.
  • Using a mortar and pestle(or food processor), crush the fresh ginger, 2/3 of the chilies, and 2 of the garlic cloves until smooth. Add to the lentils.
  • Add the coconut milk, turmeric, ground ginger, lemon juice, and salt to taste. Cook gently, stirring for 1 minute, then increase the heat and cook for 5 minutes, or until any excess liquid has evaporated. Taste for seasoning.
  • Crush the remaining garlic and set aside. Melt the butter in a skillet and add the mustard seeds. As soon as they begin to pop, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the crushed garlic and the remaining chopped chili.
  • Transfer the lentil mixture to a warm serving dish and top with the garlic,chili, and mustard seed butter. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 89.1, Carbohydrate 53, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 5.6, Protein 21.3

COCONUT RED LENTIL CURRY



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Bold and flavorful lentil curry with cauliflower and creamy coconut milk prepared in one skillet. If desired, top with chopped cilantro and serve with yogurt and warm naan bread.

Provided by Hunt's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hunt's

Time 1h9m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons Pure Wesson® Canola Oil, divided
1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
2 (2 1/2-inch) serrano peppers, finely chopped with seeds
1 ½ cups dry red lentils, sorted and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
½ cup diced carrot
1 cup frozen green peas

Steps:

  • In a deep 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned; set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add remaining oil. Sauté onion 2 minutes until soft. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add cumin, turmeric, coriander, salt and serrano peppers; stir well and cook 1 minute or until spices are fragrant. Add lentils, stir well to coat. Stir in diced tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, simmer 12 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, carrots and cauliflower. Simmer 10 minutes. Add peas and continue to simmer 5 minutes. If desired, top with chopped cilantro and serve with yogurt and warm naan bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 13.9 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 849.7 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

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