Hearty Lentil Curry: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Recipe

Ingredients for the Perfect Hearty Lentil Curry

Gathering your ingredients is the first step to success. Here’s everything you’ll need for this flavorful dish.

Main Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups (300g) brown or green lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced

Spices & Flavor Base

• 1 ½ tablespoons curry powder (use your favorite blend)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your heat preference)
• 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Liquids & Finishing Touches

• 1 can (14 oz / 400ml) full-fat coconut milk
• 1 can (14 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes
• 3 cups (720ml) vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach (about 60g)
• Juice of ½ a lime
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Hearty Lentil Curry

Follow these simple, numbered steps for a foolproof curry every single time.

Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics

Heat the coconut oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant. This forms the essential flavor foundation of your curry.