Coconut Vegetable Curry
A comforting plant-based curry: seasonal vegetables simmered in a coconut milk sauce fragrant with curry, ginger and garlic. Creamy, mild and colourful, served with rice and ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 sweet potato
- 1 zucchini
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 piece ginger
- 2 tbsp curry paste (or curry powder)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 handful spinach
- Fresh cilantro
- Salt
Method
- 1Chop the onion, garlic and ginger, soften in oil.
- 2Add the curry paste and fry 1 minute.
- 3Add the diced sweet potato and pepper, stir.
- 4Pour in the coconut milk, bring to a simmer.
- 5Simmer 15 minutes, then add the zucchini; cook another 8 minutes.
- 6Stir in the spinach at the end, season.
- 7Scatter with cilantro and serve with rice.
Tips & tricks
- Cut the vegetables evenly for even cooking.
- Adapt the vegetables to the season (cauliflower, beans, squash…).
- A squeeze of lime at the end wakes up the curry.
Variations
- With chickpeas or tofu for more protein.
- Spicier with a fresh chilli.
Storage
Up to 4 days refrigerated; even better next day. Freezes well.
Nutrition (per serving)
Ingredient substitutions
- Milk : plant-based drink (almond, oat, soy).
What to serve it with
- A dressed green salad
- Fresh bread or a starchy side
- Roasted seasonal vegetables
- A wine matched to the dish (to taste)
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Coconut Vegetable Curry"?
Allow about 15 min of prep and 25 min of cooking, i.e. 40 min in total for 4 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Coconut Vegetable Curry" ahead and store it?
Up to 4 days refrigerated; even better next day. Freezes well.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 4 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, "Coconut Vegetable Curry" is 100% vegan: it contains no animal products.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 310 kcal, including 6 g of protein, 28 g of carbs and 18 g of fat.
