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I can't say I've ever been to India (though Wes Anderson has me dying to go).
Nor can I even say I've eaten at that many authentic Indian restaurants.
But I have tried a curry or two in my day and I know what I like in one.
This recipe is a mix of everything I love about curry all rolled into one pan.

And what do I love most about curries? Veggies and coconut milk.

Since I wanted to keep this vegetarian/vegan friendly, I served it over coconut quinoa for added protein and fiber. I have to say it was a lovely choice. It really marries the dish together well (but completely optional).

The rest of the recipe is basically veggies of your choice and a special mix of spices.

I went with broccoli, carrot, onion, snow peas and tomato, but you could go with just bell peppers and onion, potatoes, cauliflower, etc. – whatever you wish!

As for the spices I kept it simple with curry powder * and a pinch of cayenne. But you could also just add a dried red chili for a similar effect. Extra turmeric, cinnamon or cumin would also be lovely.

* Note: Curry powder is not a common ingredient used in traditional Indian cooking, but rather an invention of the British to evoke the flavors of Indian cuisine. The term "curry" in Indian cooking refers to a sauce or gravy served with vegetables or meat. (source)

The end result? A super simple, veggie-packed (vegan and GF-friendly) curry that will please a crowd. Even those on the fence about curries should try this recipe as it's heavy on the coconut milk and light on the spices. I think you're going to love it.

It's:

Warm
Comforting
Satisfying
Rich but healthy
Not too spicy
Perfectly sweet
& Loaded with veggies

Enjoy!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4

Course Entree

Cuisine Gluten-Free, Indian-Inspired, Thai-Inspired, Vegan

Freezer Friendly 1 month

Does it keep? 3-4 Days

CURRY

• 1 Tbsp coconut or olive oil
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced // 4 cloves yield ~2 Tbsp or 12 g)
• 1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger*
• 1/2 cup broccoli florets (diced // or sub green bell pepper)
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 1/4 cup diced tomato
• 1/3 cup snow peas (loosely cut)
• 1 Tbsp curry powder
• 1 pinch cayenne* (optional // for heat)
• 2 14-ounce cans light coconut milk (sub full-fat for richer texture)
• 1 cup veggie broth (DIY or store-bought)
• Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)

COCONUT QUINOA

• 1 14-ounce can light coconut milk
• 1 cup white quinoa (rinsed in a fine mesh strainer*)
• 1 Tbsp agave nectar (optional)

FOR SERVING optional

• Fresh lemon juice
• Cilantro, mint, and/or basil
• Red pepper flake

• If serving with coconut quinoa, begin by washing thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer. Add to a medium saucepan over medium heat and toast for 3 minutes. Add light coconut milk and 1/2 cup water (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is light, fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Set aside until serving.

• In the meantime, heat a large saucepan or pot to medium heat and add coconut oil. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, carrot, broccoli and a pinch each salt and pepper and stir. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened – about 5 minutes.

• Add curry powder, cayenne (or chili pepper), veggie stock, coconut milk, another healthy pinch of salt and stir. Bring to a simmer then reduce heat slightly and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes.

• Add the snow peas and tomatoes in the last 5 minutes so they don't overcook.

• Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. I added another pinch or two of salt.

• Serve over coconut quinoa (see other options below in notes) and garnish with fresh lemon juice and herbs.

* You can sub 1 tsp ground ginger per 1 Tbsp fresh.
* You can sub 1 dried red chili, diced per 1 pinch cayenne.
*An alternative to coconut quinoa would be plain quinoa, millet, coconut rice, or white or brown rice.
*Curry slightly adapted from Tyler Florence
*Coconut quinoa adapted from Cookie and Kate
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
*This recipe is inspired by both Thai and Indian flavors. The vegetables used are more common in Thai curries. You can learn about the origin of curry powder and find a DIY recipe here.

Serving: 1 serving Calories: 434 Carbohydrates: 41 g Protein: 10.2 g Fat: 25.8 g Saturated Fat: 21 g Trans Fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 628 mg Fiber: 6.4 g Sugar: 7.2 g

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