Spicy Curried Lentil Stew With Cashew Nuts

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 0
Spicy Curried Lentil Stew With Cashew Nuts
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Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 onions , peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves , peeled and minced
1 jalapeno , seeds and ribs removed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 medium tomatoes , rinsed and cored and seeded and chopped
1 1/2 cups brown lentils
2 cans vegetable stock
2 cinnamon sticks
2 cardamom pods
1 cup cashew nuts
3 medium zucchini , rinsed and trimmed and diced in half-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt
fresh ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
416
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
Spicy Curried Lentil Stew With Cashew Nuts is a vegan and gluten-free dish that originated in India, where lentils are a staple food. This stew is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a warming lunch on a cold day. The combination of spices and cashew nuts gives this stew a rich and complex flavor that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Instructions

1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add chopped onions and garlic and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3.Add jalapeno, curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4.Add chopped tomatoes, brown lentils, vegetable stock, cinnamon sticks, and cardamom pods. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
5.In the meantime, toast cashew nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
6.Add diced zucchini to the pot and cook for another 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
7.Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
8.Serve hot topped with toasted cashew nuts and chopped fresh cilantro.

PROS

This hearty and flavorful stew is packed with plant-based protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.

The combination of spices, lentils, and vegetables creates a delicious and complex flavor profile that is sure to please any palate.

CONS

This dish contains nuts and may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

It also contains a relatively high amount of fat from the olive oil and cashew nuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are one of the best plant-based sources of protein and are high in fiber, iron, and other essential nutrients.
They may also help to lower cholesterol levels, regulate blood sugar, and improve digestive health.
Cashew nuts are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, and may help to lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation.

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