Sweet Potato Curry
Sweet Potato Curry is a vibrant and comforting dish that perfectly blends tender sweet potatoes with aromatic spices in a creamy coconut milk base. This delightful curry not only warms the soul but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering. Quick to prepare, it’s highly customizable, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or proteins. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this nourishing recipe will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 cup coconut milk (240ml)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (480ml)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (60g)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and curry powder; cook for about 2 minutes to coat.
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for approximately 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted, then squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added protein, incorporate chickpeas or lentils. - Substitute sweet potatoes with butternut squash for a different flavor profile. - Garnish with cilantro or additional lime juice for enhanced freshness.