This is by far one of the quickest and easiest recipes I make. I have been making this curry for the past two years since being vegan and it has become such a usual that I can make it with my eyes closed. It takes no time to make and ready in less than 40 minutes.
Red Lentil Stew
Ingredients
- 2 cups of red lentils (these cook quickly)
- 4.75 cups of water
- 1 large can of diced tomatoes--796mL diced tomatoes
- 1 can of tomato paste - 156mL can ~ 5tbsp
- 1 tbsp each of curry powder
- 1 tbsp of garam masala
- 1 tbsp of cumin powder
- 1 tbsp of cardamon powder
- 1 tbsp coriander seeds (I buy my spices in bulk so they are cheaper)
- 1 medium sweet potato diced
Instructions
1
In an instant pot, add all the ingredients and mix well
2
Seal the instant pot and set it to manual--30 minutes
3
When the timer is done, release the steam and it is ready
Notes
If you do not have an instant pot, you can cook it in one pot on a stove at medium heat or in a rice cooker till the lentils are well cooked Serve with vegetables or any carb of choice--rice, more potatoes or my favourite: plantains
2 Comments
The Lazy Meal Prep Guide – The Canadian African
January 14, 2019 at 3:02 pm[…] I have a little bit more time, I cook an actual curry or a stew. I alternate between the Red lentil curry or Egusi stew or Ghanaian Black Eye Peas Stew or a random sauce or curry. I also just make a […]
Julia
November 18, 2021 at 7:53 amThis is so delicious! Thank you for sharing your recipe.