Sweet potato curry recipe for a delicious vegetarian meal

Ingredients for Sweet potato curry

• 1 stalk lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, coarsely chopped

• 1 piece ginger (5 cm), peeled, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves

• 30 ml vegetable oil

• salt (to taste)

• 60 g red curry paste

• 30 g tomato paste

• 400 g canned crushed tomatoes

• 800 ml canned coconut milk

• 675 g sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2.5 cm pieces

• 340 g small or young carrots, peeled, cut on a diagonal into 5 cm pieces

• 6 medium shallots, peeled, keeping roots intact, quartered lengthwise

• 1 red Thai chile, thinly sliced (optional)

• 15 ml fresh lime juice

• steamed jasmine rice (for serving)

• thinly sliced spring onions (for serving)

• basil leaves (for serving)

• coriander leaves with tender stems (for serving)

• lime wedges (for serving)

How to make Sweet potato curry

1. Pulse the lemongrass, ginger, and garlic in a food processor until very finely chopped.

2. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the lemongrass mixture and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.

3. Add the curry paste and tomato paste, then cook, stirring, until darkened, about 3 minutes.

4. Add the tomatoes and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

5. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the curry is rich and full of flavour, 20–25 minutes.

6. Add the sweet potatoes and carrots, then pour in enough water to cover the vegetables. Partially cover the pot and cook until the carrots are crisp-tender, 10–15 minutes.

7. Add the shallots and cook until the potatoes are tender and the shallots are soft, 15–20 minutes.

8. If desired, add the chopped chilli and lime juice to the curry, then spoon it over rice. Top with sliced scallions, basil, and coriander, and serve with lime wedges.

9. The curry can be made up to 2 days in advance. Allow it to cool, then cover and chill in the refrigerator.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.