Tofu Red Curry Lentils

Healthy, Vegetarian, Weeknight

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Servings: Yield: 6 Source:

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups lentils, rinsed and picked over

1 package of firm tofu

1/2 large onion, diced

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons red curry paste

1/2 tablespoon garam masala

1 teaspoon curry powder

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon minced ginger

a few good shakes of cayenne pepper

1 14 ounce can tomato puree

1/4 cup coconut milk or cream

cilantro for garnishing

rice for serving (optional)

Directions

Cook the lentils according to directions. While the lentils are cooking, cook the tofu. Drain lentils and set aside.

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the onion and saute for a few minutes until fragrant and golden. Add all the spices (curry paste, garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, cayenne, sugar, garlic, ginger) and stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomato puree; stir and simmer until smooth.

Add the lentils and the cream. Stir to combine and simmer for another 15-20 minutes (the longer, the better)! Serve over rice and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

Even better the next day!

For a vegan option, sub oil for butter.

Nutrition

Serves 6
Calories Per Serving: 121
Total Fat 6.6g 10%
Cholesterol 10.2mg 3%
Sodium 184.4mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 14.7g 5%
Sugars 5.2g
Protein 3.4g 7%