Weeknight Cashew Coconut Curry

AuthorDebbie
 2 tbsp coconut oil
 ½ tsp cumin seeds
 1 red onion, chopped
 1 " piece ginger, grated
 2 cloves garlic, grated
 1 green thai chili, chopped
 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
 1 cup green beans, chopped
 ½ cup frozen peas
 1 handful, raw whole cashews
 ½ tsp turmeric powder
 1 tsp coriander powder
 1 can quality coconut milk
 2 tsp garam masala
 2 tsp sea salt
 water, as needed
 fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
1

Heat the oil: In a large skillet or pot, heat 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil over medium heat. Ensure it doesn't burn.

2

Toast the spices: Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds and roast for 1 minute or so, until fragrant.  

3

Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped red onion, grated ginger, grated garlic, and chopped green chili. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens. Add a splash of water if the mixture starts to stick or burn.  

4

Add vegetables and nuts: Stir in the chopped sweet potato, carrots, green beans, frozen peas, and a handful of raw cashews.  

5

Season: Sprinkle in turmeric and coriander. Stir to coat the vegetables and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking. 

6

Add liquid: Pour in the can of coconut milk, stirring well. Add a splash of water if the mixture seems too thick.  

7

Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons garam masala and 1-2 teaspoons sea salt. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and cooked through.  

8

Thicken (optional): For a thicker curry, remove about 1 cup of the mixture, blend it with an immersion blender until smooth, then return it to the pot and stir to combine.  

9

Adjust and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (more salt or garam masala). Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

- Pair with protein and rice or roti for a complete meal. 

- Feel free to swap in other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini based on what you have on hand

Ingredients

 2 tbsp coconut oil
 ½ tsp cumin seeds
 1 red onion, chopped
 1 " piece ginger, grated
 2 cloves garlic, grated
 1 green thai chili, chopped
 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
 1 cup green beans, chopped
 ½ cup frozen peas
 1 handful, raw whole cashews
 ½ tsp turmeric powder
 1 tsp coriander powder
 1 can quality coconut milk
 2 tsp garam masala
 2 tsp sea salt
 water, as needed
 fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1

Heat the oil: In a large skillet or pot, heat 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil over medium heat. Ensure it doesn't burn.

2

Toast the spices: Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds and roast for 1 minute or so, until fragrant.  

3

Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped red onion, grated ginger, grated garlic, and chopped green chili. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens. Add a splash of water if the mixture starts to stick or burn.  

4

Add vegetables and nuts: Stir in the chopped sweet potato, carrots, green beans, frozen peas, and a handful of raw cashews.  

5

Season: Sprinkle in turmeric and coriander. Stir to coat the vegetables and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking. 

6

Add liquid: Pour in the can of coconut milk, stirring well. Add a splash of water if the mixture seems too thick.  

7

Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons garam masala and 1-2 teaspoons sea salt. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and cooked through.  

8

Thicken (optional): For a thicker curry, remove about 1 cup of the mixture, blend it with an immersion blender until smooth, then return it to the pot and stir to combine.  

9

Adjust and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (more salt or garam masala). Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

- Pair with protein and rice or roti for a complete meal. 

- Feel free to swap in other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini based on what you have on hand

Weeknight Cashew Coconut Curry

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