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Spicy Red Lentil Coconut Curry

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2-3 small yellow potatoes, cut in small cubes
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-2 spicy chili peppers, crushed
  • 1 cup cup red lentils (soaked in water for 20 min and drained)
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground ginger spice
  • 1 can (28 oz) whole Italian tomatoes
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • Cilantro for garnishing (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • In a large Dutch Oven, I’m using my 5 Qt oval Creuset, over medium-low heat, drizzle enough olive oil to cover the bottom. Add the onions and sauté until softened.
  • Add the potatoes, and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the fresh ginger, garlic and reduce heat to low.
  • Add spicy peppers, lentils and ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric and ginger). Stir until lentils are well coated.
  • Add the can of tomatoes and 4 cups water. Raise heat to bring to a boil, put the cover on and pop it in the oven for 50-60 min.
  • After 30 min, give the lentils a good stir, add the coconut milk and salt to taste. Continue baking for the remaining 20-30 min until the lentils have thickened. If too soupy, cook for a little bit longer.
  • When lentils have reached desired consistency, serve on a bed of basmati rice garnished with fresh cilantro, or enjoy with naan bread  Bon appétit!