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Coconut Butternut Lentil Stew


Hairy Girls Cary

This Coconut Butternut Lentil Stew is a hearty and flavorful vegan dish thats perfect for cold days. The combination of creamy coconut milk, sweet butternut squash, and protein-rich lentils makes it satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients:

  • 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
  • 1 can 400ml coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until fragrant and translucent

Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, cook for another minute

Add butternut squash cubes, lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth

Stir well

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the squash and lentils are tender

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired


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