Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of South India with our delectable Sweet Potato Curry (Shakarai Urulikazhang), a harmonious blend of sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. This flavorful vegan and gluten-free dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, perfect for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from the classic Sweet Potato Curry to innovative takes like Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry and Sweet Potato and Quinoa Curry. Indulge in the vibrant flavors of India with our Sweet Potato Curry extravaganza!
**Sweet Potato Curry:** This classic recipe showcases the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes enveloped in a rich and flavorful curry sauce.
**Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry:** A delightful combination of sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and aromatic spices, this curry offers a hearty and protein-packed meal.
**Sweet Potato and Quinoa Curry:** Experience the goodness of sweet potatoes, quinoa, and a medley of spices in this nutritious and flavorful curry.
**Sweet Potato and Spinach Curry:** A vibrant fusion of sweet potatoes, spinach, and aromatic spices, this curry is a delightful treat for both the eyes and the taste buds.
**Sweet Potato and Black Bean Curry:** Savor the unique flavors of sweet potatoes, black beans, and a blend of spices in this hearty and satisfying curry.
SWEET POTATO CURRY | HOW TO MAKE SWEET POTATO CURRY
Sweet potato curry is a delicious & healthy side dish you can enjoy with plain rice or roti.
Provided by Swasthi
Categories Main
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- If you do not have coriander powder, add 2 tsps. Coriander seeds and then garam masala powder and red chili powder to a dry blender jar and powder together. That helps to make a fine powder.
- Heat oil in a pan, add cumin, mustard, and allow them to splutter. Add hing, ginger and then the curry leaves. Fry together till you smell the ginger good. Do not burn.
- Add onions, & green chilies. Fry till they turn golden.
- Next add tomatoes and sprinkle salt, turmeric. Saute for 2 mins
- On a low flame cover and cook till the tomatoes turn soft and mushy. The onion tomato mixture should blend well.
- While the tomatoes cook, you can peel and cube the sweet potatoes, add them to water till we use.
- Add chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder and red chili powder. Fry for about 1 to 2 minutes without burning.
- Next add sweet potato cubes, pour the same water we used to keep them. Just use enough water to immerse the sweet potatoes.
- Cook on a low flame, till they are soft cooked. You can adjust salt and spice at this stage.
- Keep covered for about 15 minutes for the flavors to absorb well by the sweet potato curry. Garnish with coriander leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 218 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SATAY SWEET POTATO CURRY
Cook this tasty vegan curry for an exotic yet easy family dinner. With spinach and sweet potato, it boasts two of your five-a-day and it's under 400 calories
Provided by Elena Silcock
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt 1 tbsp coconut oil in a saucepan over a medium heat and soften 1 chopped onion for 5 mins. Add 2 grated garlic cloves and a grated thumb-sized piece of ginger, and cook for 1 min until fragrant.
- Stir in 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste, 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter and 500g sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks, then add 400ml coconut milk and 200ml water.
- Bring to the boil, turn down the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 mins or until the sweet potato is soft.
- Stir through 200g spinach and the juice of 1 lime, and season well. Serve with cooked rice, and if you want some crunch, sprinkle over a few dry roasted peanuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 18 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
SWEET POTATO CURRY
One of my favorite vegetarian dishes, this curry packs a lot of flavor and nutrition. It can be served over rice or on its own. -Aubrei Weigand, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute celery and onions until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes, garlic, seasonings, coconut milk and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, just until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Stir in green beans and garbanzo beans; cook, uncovered, until green beans are tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
INDIAN-STYLE CURRY CHICKEN
Fill your home with the irresistible smell of Indian spices when making this curry-laced chicken dish blended with two Indian favorites, peas and potatoes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir together potatoes, peas, tomatoes, 2 teaspoons of the curry powder and the salt. Spread evenly in baking dish.
- In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix remaining 2 teaspoons curry powder, the flour, paprika and garlic salt; shake to mix. Add drumsticks; seal bag, and shake to coat.
- In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook drumsticks in oil 8 to 10 minutes, turning frequently, until skin is brown (cook 6 drumsticks at a time if all don't fit in skillet). Place drumsticks in 2 rows lengthwise over potato mixture, alternating direction of drumsticks to cover potato mixture. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake about 10 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (180°F).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g
SWEET POTATO-CAULIFLOWER CURRY
Enjoy Indian cuisine? This flavorful vegetarian curry dish is a simple-to-make supper for six.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in remaining curry ingredients except cornstarch and cold water. Reduce heat to low. Cover; cook 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Uncover; increase heat to medium-high. In small bowl, blend cornstarch and cold water until smooth paste forms. Stir cornstarch mixture into curry. Cook uncovered 5 to10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened and bubbly.
- Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat rice, water and butter to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 30 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- Serve curry in individual deep bowls. Top each serving with about 1/4 cup hot cooked rice, almonds, green onions and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
BEEF, SUMMER SQUASH AND SWEET POTATO CURRY
Mouth-watering beef, summer squash and sweet potato curry ready in just 30 minutes! Hearty beef skillet perfect for dinner!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook rice in water as directed on package. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked and onion is tender; drain.
- Add gingerroot, curry powder, cumin and salt to skillet; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Stir in sweet potato, tomatoes and broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes or until potato is almost tender. Stir in zucchini. Cover; cook 5 to 10 minutes longer or until potato and zucchini are just tender.
- Serve beef mixture over rice. Top each serving with about 1 tablespoon yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CURRIED PORK AND SWEET POTATOES
If you're a curry fan, you will enjoy this meat-and-potatoes skillet, ready in 20 minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix flour, curry powder and salt. Add pork; toss to coat.
- Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add pork; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown.
- Stir in sweet potatoes and apple juice; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 5 minutes. Stir in bell pepper. Cover; simmer 3 to 5 minutes longer or until bell pepper is crisp-tender. Stir in jelly until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for medium-sized sweet potatoes that are firm and have no blemishes.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the sweet potatoes in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender: You can test this by inserting a fork into the center of a sweet potato. If it comes out easily, the sweet potato is done.
- Use a good quality curry powder: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: You can add other spices to the curry powder, such as cumin, coriander, or turmeric, to taste.
- Serve the sweet potato curry with rice or naan: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. This dish is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sweet potato curry a try.
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