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Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Curry

Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Curry is a cozy meal that will truly warm you from the inside out. Lentils slow cook with tomatoes and spices like cardamom, coriander, cinnamon, and curry. Served over rice with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. A unique and comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Indian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 238 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced small
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and diced small
  • 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 1/2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups dried, green or brown lentils rinsed well
  • 1 (28) oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 3 1/2 cups chicken or veggie stock
  • 1 (14) oz can full-fat coconut milk
  • cooked white basmati rice or other favorite rice
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a skillet to medium heat. Add onions and carrots and cook until carrots are slightly softened. Add garam masala, curry, paprika, salt and pepper. Toast spices for 30-seconds. Remove from the heat.
  • In a 6 qt or larger slow cooker add lentils, veggies and spices, tomatoes, and chicken or veggie stock. Stir to combine and place the lid on. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5, stirring once or twice during the cooking time.
  • Once lentils are tender but not mushy, stir in coconut milk. Cook another 20-minutes then serve over rice with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

Tips:
  • Make sure to rinse lentil well under cold water for 1-2 minutes. This will remove any grit and dirt.
  • Toast the spices with veggies. This only takes a few seconds and really enhances the flavor of the lentils.
What to serve with lentils-
Lentils over rice is a classic combination but it is also great over baked sweet potatoes, quinoa, and roasted vegetables. Either way, it’s a cozy and warming dish. This recipe also makes A LOT so it’s perfect for feeding a large family, or enjoying leftovers the next day.
 
Nutritional facts do not include rice.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be understood as an estimate rather than a guarantee. The Menu Maid makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8
Amount per serving  
Calories 238
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.8g 19%
Saturated Fat 4.5g 22%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 9907mg 431%
Total Carbohydrate 19.6g 7%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g 33%
Total Sugars 3.3g  
Protein 7.8g  
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 44mg 3%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 273mg 6%
Keyword Cilantro, Coconut lentil curry, Coconut milk, Curry, Lentils, Limes, Slow cooker recipe