The Best Red Lentil Sweet Potato Curry

Name: The Best Red Lentil Sweet Potato Curry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced); 3 cups diced sweet potato; 1 1/2 cups red lentils; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 can crushed tomatoes (15 oz); 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp peanut butter; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 13.5 oz can of full-fat coconut milk; 2 tsp curry powder; 2 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp coriander; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; Cilantro for topping

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:30min

This recipe has had millions and millions of views on Instagram and you all continuously tell me how much you love it. I can whole-heartedly say this is the BEST red lentil curry you will try. Tender red lentils are simmered with sweet potato, warm spices, and swirls of creamy coconut milk. This recipe just gets it right with the balance of flavors. It can be customized with your favorite vegetables or sides such as basmati rice or garlic naan.

Updated at: Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:54:26 GMT