Description
This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Lentil Tikka Masala is a hearty, vegan comfort dish packed with warm spices, creamy coconut milk, and protein-rich lentils.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups peeled and cubed sweet potato
- 1 cup dried red lentils
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 (6-oz) can tomato paste
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- 1 (13.5-oz) can lite coconut milk
Instructions
- Coat a 5–6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Add onion, garlic, sweet potatoes, lentils, spices, tomato paste, and vegetable broth.
- Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Turn off heat and stir in coconut milk.
- Let stand covered for 5 minutes.
- Serve over basmati rice and garnish with cilantro, basil, pita, or yogurt if desired.
Notes
- For extra spice, add cayenne or chili flakes.
- For thicker texture, mash some sweet potatoes after cooking.
- Stores well in fridge for 4–5 days.
- Freezes well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course, Vegan
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired