For Pat's vegan friends, this Vegan Red Lentil Curry recipe is perfect for any weeknight dinner and can be made to enjoy all week long! Pat loves the amazing flavors and hopes you try this next time you are looking to make something ahead of time!
1 tbsp curry paste (can use powder as a substitute)
1 tsp turmeric
3 cups vegetable stock
2 cups red lentils
1 can coconut milk, just the fat
Lime juice from one lime
1 cup cilantro sprigs
Directions
In a pot over medium heat, add your oil and sauté your mushrooms and onions. Salt as you go. Cook until the onions are translucent, and the water from the mushrooms have evaporated, around 10 minutes
Add ginger, garlic, jalapeños, and sauté 2 minutes
Add cumin, coriander, curry paste, and turmeric and sauté until fragrant, around 1 minute
Stir in vegetable stock, lentils, coconut milk and simmer 25 minutes, stirring occasionally
Season with salt, lime juice, and garnish with cilantro, enjoy!