Description
Slow cooker sweet potato and red lentil tikka masala delivers bold, comforting flavor with minimal effort. This vegan one-pot dish is perfect served over rice with warm pita for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups peeled and cubed sweet potato (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup dried red lentils
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 (6-oz) can tomato paste
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- 1 (13.5-oz) can lite coconut milk
- For serving: basmati rice, yogurt (optional), grilled pita, cilantro or basil
Instructions
- Coat a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Add onion, garlic, sweet potatoes, lentils, spices, tomato paste, and vegetable broth.
- Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Turn off heat and stir in coconut milk.
- Let stand covered for 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice and garnish with pita, cilantro, or basil if desired.
Notes
- Use dairy-free yogurt to keep the dish fully vegan.
- Adjust spice levels to taste by adding chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired