Vegetable Curry
This vegetable curry is a simple and flavorful dish that can be made with a variety of vegetables. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. The curry is made with a base of sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger, and then simmered in vegetable broth until the vegetables are tender. Coconut milk is added at the end to give the curry a rich and creamy flavor. Serve over rice or with naan bread.
The origins of vegetable curry are murky, but it is thought to have originated in India sometime around the 16th century. The dish was likely created as a way to use up leftover vegetables, and it quickly became a popular dish among both Hindus and Muslims. Vegetable curry is now a staple of Indian cuisine, and it is also popular in many other parts of the world. There are many different regional variations of vegetable curry, but the basic ingredients and cooking methods remain the same. The most common vegetables used in vegetable curry are potatoes, carrots, onions, peas, and tomatoes. The curry is typically flavored with a blend of spices, such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Vegetable curry is often served with rice or bread.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 Onion, Chopped
  • 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Grated Ginger
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, Chopped
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
  • 1 Carrot, Chopped
  • 1 Cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1 Can Coconut Milk
Instructions
  1. Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger in a large saucepan over medium heat until the onion is softened.
  2. Add the bell peppers and carrots and cook for 5 minutes more.
  3. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the coconut milk and heat through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve over rice or with naan bread.
Why It Works
  • Sautéing the onions, garlic, and ginger in a large saucepan over medium heat until the onion is softened helps to develop their flavor and aroma.
  • Adding the bell peppers and carrots and cooking for 5 minutes more helps to soften them and release their natural sweetness.
  • Adding the vegetable broth and bringing to a boil helps to create a flavorful base for the curry.
  • Reducing heat and simmering for 30 minutes helps to cook the vegetables through and develop the flavors of the curry.
  • Stirring in the coconut milk and heating through helps to give the curry a rich and creamy flavor.
  • Seasoning with salt and pepper to taste helps to balance the flavors of the curry.