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Japanese Curry Lentil Recipe

A delicious and hearty Japanese curry lentil dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Lentils rinsed
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Carrots diced
  • 1 cup Potatoes diced
  • 2 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
  2. 2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. 3. Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, carrots, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
  5. 5. Stir in the soy sauce, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. 6. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Curry, Japanese, Lentil
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