Aromatic Indian-Spiced Sweet Potato and Pea Curry

Dive into the comforting and flavorful world of Indian cuisine with our Aromatic Indian-Spiced Sweet Potato and Pea Curry. This delightful vegetarian dish is not only packed with vibrant colors, but it also carries the rich, warm spices of India, transporting you straight to the lively streets of an Indian market. Carefully crafted to be free of lactose, additives, and allergens like fish and meat, this dish is a wholesome, satisfying option that’s perfect for a delightful family dinner. With a core of nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, peas, and a harmonious medley of spices, your taste buds will be on a joyous journey of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 300 g peas
• 2 large red peppers, chopped
• 2 large green peppers, chopped
• 3 large onions, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 300 g potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 200 g cabbage, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1.5 litres water

Method

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
• Add the cumin, turmeric, curry powder, chili powder, coriander powder, paprika, ground ginger, and salt. Stir the spices for a minute to enhance their flavors.
• Add the cubed sweet potatoes, potatoes, and chopped peppers to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
• Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
• Add the chopped cabbage and peas, and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
• Adjust the seasoning with salt and spices as per your taste.
• Once the curry is done, serve it hot with freshly chopped coriander leaves for garnish, if desired.

Tips

• For an extra creamy texture, you can mash a small portion of the sweet potatoes in the pot.
• Serve with basmati rice or naan for a complete meal.
• For a bit of extra heat, add more chili powder or a chopped green chili.

Nutritional information

Nutrient	Amount per 100g	Amount per Serving
Energy	80 kcal / 335 kJ	200 kcal / 837 kJ
Fat	1 g	2.5 g
Saturated Fat	0.2 g	0.5 g
Carbohydrates	15 g	37.5 g
Sugars	4 g	10 g
Protein	2 g	5 g
Salt	0.3 g	0.75 g