Sweet Potato, Spinach & Lentil Dahl
This flavorful red lentil and sweet potato curry is a comforting dish bursting with aromatic spices and nutritious ingredients. The tender red lentils and sweet potatoes soak up the rich flavors of turmeric, garam masala, and chili, creating a satisfying and wholesome meal. With a hint of heat and a touch of sweetness, this curry is sure to warm both your heart and your stomach. Enjoy this delicious curry with some warm naan bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 100g red lentils
- 450ml vegetable stock
- 1 small onion , grated or finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes , chopped
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 red chilli , finely chopped
- 1 large sweet potato , cut into small pieces
- 2 handfuls young leaf spinach , shredded
- 2 naan bread , warmed, to serve
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wide-based pan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Add 1 finely chopped red onion and cook over a low heat for 10 mins, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add 1 crushed garlic clove, a finely chopped thumb-sized piece of ginger and 1 finely chopped red chilli, cook for 1 min, then add 1½ tsp ground turmeric and 1½ tsp ground cumin and cook for 1 min more.
- Turn up the heat to medium, add 2 sweet potatoes, cut into even chunks, and stir everything together so the potato is coated in the spice mixture.
- Tip in 250g red split lentils, 600ml vegetable stock and some seasoning.
- Bring the liquid to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and cook for 20 mins until the lentils are tender and the potato is just holding its shape.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, then gently stir in the 80g spinach. Once wilted, top with the 4 diagonally sliced spring onions and ½ small pack torn basil leaves to serve.
- Alternatively, allow to cool completely, then divide between airtight containers and store in the fridge for a healthy lunchbox.
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 397 calories
- Fat Content: 5 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 65 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 19 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 11 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 18 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.6 milligram of sodium
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