Vegan Lentil and Tomato Curry
Ingredients
- 1 green chili
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup
- 2 cups French lentils
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lime juice
- coconut milk to taste
- oil or vegetable broth as needed
Preparation
Saute 1 finely chopped green chili, 1 chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced ginger in a little oil or vegetable broth until onion softens
Add 2 tablespoons curry powder and saute for another minute
Add 1 cup vegetable broth, 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes and 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup, mix, then transfer to a blender and blend until smooth
Return the mixture to the saucepan and mix in 2 cups French lentils
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are cooked, about 25 minutes, adding more broth as needed
Once lentils are cooked, stir in 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lime juice and desired amount of coconut milk
Adjust salt and maple syrup to taste
