Description
These Vegan Lentil Dumplings in Curry Sauce offer a quick and delicious plant-based meal that combines protein-rich red lentils with a flavorful coconut curry sauce. Perfect for a wholesome dinner, this recipe features tender lentil dumplings simmered in a creamy, spiced curry, creating a comforting and satisfying dish that’s both vegan and naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
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Lentil Dumplings
- 1 cup red lentils
- 2 cups vegetable broth (for cooking lentils)
- 1 small finely chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Curry Sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 can (about 13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Lentils: Rinse 1 cup of red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the lentils with 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the lentils are soft. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
- Prepare Dumpling Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and breadcrumbs. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well, adding more breadcrumbs if the mixture feels too wet to handle.
- Form Dumplings: Shape the mixture into small golf ball-sized dumplings with your hands. Arrange them on a plate and set aside.
- Make the Curry Base: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the remaining chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in 2 tablespoons of curry powder and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and 1 cup of vegetable broth into the pan. Stir to combine and allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Cook Dumplings in Sauce: Carefully add the lentil dumplings to the simmering curry sauce. Cover the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes, letting the dumplings absorb the flavors and cook thoroughly.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the sauce, adjusting salt and pepper if necessary. Serve the dumplings hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley for added freshness and color.
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if you need this recipe to be gluten free.
- Red lentils cook quickly and break down well, perfect for binding dumplings.
- For a firmer dumpling, chill the mixture before forming the balls.
- The coconut milk adds creaminess and balances the curry spices.
- Serve these dumplings with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.
