Golden Lentil And Sweet Potato Stir-Fry Recipe

About this recipe

A vibrant stir-fry combining protein-rich lentils with sweet potatoes, spiced with Indian flavors for a hearty and filling lunch.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Sweet Potato
• 500 g Onion
• - Tomato Ketchup
• - Coconut Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Garlic
• - Coriander Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under running water to remove excess starch.
2. 2. Peel and dice the sweet potato into small cubes for even cooking.
3. 3. Heat coconut oil in a pan and add cumin seeds until they sizzle and release aroma.
4. 4. Finely chop garlic and onions, then sauté them in the pan until golden brown.
5. 5. Add diced tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, cooking until tomatoes soften.
6. 6. Stir in the sweet potato cubes, mixing well with the spices and onion-tomato base.
7. 7. Add the rinsed lentils and pour water into the pan, stirring to combine all ingredients.
8. 8. Cover the pan and simmer on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. 9. Once the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender, season with salt to taste.
10. 10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.