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Sweet potato massaman curry

Sweet potato massaman curry

Whip up this plant-based Massaman curry – a fragrant Thai-inspired dish with creamy coconut, vegetables, and warming spices.

Ingredients:

50ml coconut milk
50ml water
200g sweet potato, peeled and diced
200g broccoli, washed and cut into mini florets
400g chickpeas, drained
1 large onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon paprika
300ml tomato passata

 

Directions:

Prep

To prepare the massaman paste, blend together the onions with all the spices and oil.

Method for massaman curry

  1. In a large saucepan, add the spiced onions and cook off until soft.
  2. Add the diced sweet potato and cook until they begin to soften.
  3. Add the broccoli, chickpeas, coconut milk and tomato passata.
  4. Stir well and simmer until the vegetables and chickpeas are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve the curry and rice separately.

Coconut rice

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water.
  2. Mix equal quantities of coconut milk and water, following the instructions for the quantity for rice.
  3. Bring the water and coconut milk to a boil.
  4. Add the rice, bring to a simmer and cover until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  5. Remove the rice from the heat and allow it to steam to ensure the rice is fluffy.