Lentil Stew

This easy vegan lentil stew recipe is layered with coconut and curry flavours to jazz up tender cooked lentils. The perfect one-pot meal!

Course Dinner, Lunch, Soups

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 260

1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger
2 tablespoons red curry paste I use this vegan one by Thai Kitchen
1/2 large red onion minced
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ -1 tablespoon coconut sugar or other sugar
1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce or liquid aminos/gluten free tamari/coconut aminos
1 1/2 cups dry green lentils rinsed and picked over
1 can coconut milk (13.4 ounces/383g), full-fat or lite)
2 cups vegetable broth
juice of 1 lime
1/2 tablespoon sambal oelek or Sriracha optional, for heat

In a pan over medium-high heat, heat the sesame oil. Add in the minced ginger and curry paste to fry it, stirring into the oil, for about 1 minute.
Add in the chopped onion and the garlic and cook until the onion is slightly translucent, about 5 minutes.
Place the sea salt, black pepper, coconut sugar, and liquid aminos on top and stir everything together. Add in the lentils and stir again.
Add in the coconut milk and the veggie broth. Bring the soup to a boil and then lower to a simmer, allowing to simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes, until your lentils are fully cooked through. Stir the stew occasionally. You can let it simmer even more if desired.
Squeeze the lime over, stir, and then remove from heat. Taste and add more salt if needed.
Add in any of the optional add-ins/toppings. Stir in the sambal oelek (or Sriracha) or scotch bonnet pepper sauce if using.
Enjoy!

Refrigerator: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezer: This lentil stew freezes well in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat: You can reheat this lentil stew in the microwave or on the stove. If it seems too thick, add a splash of water or broth when reheating.