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Thai Green Lentil Curry

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Thai Green Lentil Curry is a bold and comforting plant-based dish that features hearty green lentils simmered in a fragrant Thai green curry and coconut milk sauce. It’s creamy, protein-rich, and perfect for easy weeknight meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2–3 tablespoons Thai green curry paste (adjust to taste)
  • 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water (plus more as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, kale, or green beans (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or Thai basil, for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice or quinoa, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Thai green curry paste and cook for another 1–2 minutes to release flavor.
  4. Add green lentils, coconut milk, vegetable broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Stir occasionally and add more liquid if needed.
  6. In the last 5 minutes, stir in greens or vegetables if using and cook until tender.
  7. Turn off heat. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Serve hot over rice or quinoa, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Adjust curry paste to preferred spice level—start small and add more if needed.
  • To make it richer, stir in a spoonful of peanut butter or cashew cream.
  • Red or brown lentils can be substituted, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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