Indian Root Vegetable Curry
Indian Root Vegetable Curry is hearty and humble but over-the-top with flavor! It's the perfect down-to-earth dinner anytime!
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Vegetarian / Vegan Entrees
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 medium onion sliced vertically
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (15-ounce) coconut milk regular or light
- 3 medium carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium turnips peeled and cubed
- 1 bunch turnip greens coarsely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Brown basmati rice for serving
Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, reduce heat to medium and cook 4-5 minutes or until beginning to soften. Add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander and cayenne. Stir briefly (approximately 30 seconds) or until fragrant.
Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, carrots and turnips. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Add the turnip greens in handfuls if necessary, allowing each to wilt. Season to taste with salt and black peopper.
Serve with brown basmati rice.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
- Swiss chard, spinach, or kale would also work in place of the turnips greens.
MAKE AHEAD:
- Can be made 1 day ahead of time. Refrigerate until needed.
- Reheat on the stovetop or microwave until heated through.
FREEZER-FRIENDLY:
- Place in an airtight container and freeze 1-2 months.
- Thaw in the refrigerator or microwave. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Serving: 1 | Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 547mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 8144IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg