Vegetable Indian curry

“Curry Me Crazy: The Veggie Indian Curry That’ll Steal Your Heart”

So, you ever just wanna dive into a bowl of cozy goodness? Like, the kind that wraps you in a warm hug and whispers sweet nothings while your taste buds dance? Yeah, that’s what this Vegetable Indian Curry does for me! Seriously, every time I make it, I feel like a culinary rockstar (even though I’m still in my PJs… shhh).

Main dish photo
The finished dish — looks amazing, right?

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, let’s hit the grocery store, shall we? Grab 3 garlic cloves – they’re like little flavor bombs. Don’t forget the ginger—just a tiny piece (about an inch), but it makes a HUGE difference. Oh, and if you like a lil’ kick, get a jalapeño (seeded and diced, please!).

Tomatoes are next: you need about 4 oz chopped. And a tablespoon of tomato paste because we’re fancy like that. Now, let’s talk oil – 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil. It’s gotta be hot to get that onion and 1 red bell pepper sizzling!

We’re going all in with spices! Cumin, turmeric, ground coriander, and a bit of chili powder (I’m using Kashmiri, but cayenne will totally do).

Then, you’ll need carrots, potatoes, and cauliflower—the holy trinity of veggies. And some peas—fresh or frozen, whatever you got.

Oh, and don’t skimp on the Greek yogurt—that’s your creamy goodness! (1 cup-ish, though I usually just eyeball it).

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, so here’s the scoop. I made this one rainy day when I just needed something comforting. I was binge-watching a show (I think it was *The Great British Bake Off*—totally inspirational, am I right?) and I was like, “I need a curry in my life!”

Anyway, I threw together what I had in the fridge, kinda like a cooking mad scientist, and WOWZA. The flavors melded together like they were meant to be! And the best part? My toddler, who’s usually a picky veggie monster, was like “More peas, please!” (Yes, I almost cried happy tears).

For another shot because we can’t get enough, here’s a different angle of that beautiful masterpiece:

Another beautiful angle of the dish
Just as gorgeous from this angle too!

The One Trick That Changes Everything

So, here’s the deal: blending that garlic, ginger, and jalapeño into a paste is THE move! Like, don’t just chop it and toss it in. Nope! You want that flavor to explode, right? It makes everything so aromatic while it cooks. Trust me, your kitchen will smell like a spice paradise.

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Check your spices – old spices are like sad little flavor ninjas. Make sure they’re fresh!

2. When adding the yogurt, do it slowly. *Slowly*! It can freak out if it’s too hot, and you don’t want that. (I learned this the hard way… yikes).

3. Taste as you go! Seriously, don’t just follow the recipe like a robot. You might need a pinch of salt or more spice. You do you!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

If you somehow have leftovers (doubtful, but just in case), let it cool completely, pop it in an airtight container, and it’ll chill in the fridge for a few days. Or, you can freeze it! Just make sure to thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating. Easy peasy!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

Okay, if you love this curry vibe, you’ll totally dig my Chickpea Tikka Masala (yum!), or maybe the Coconut Lentil Soup? Both are cozy and delicious. You’re welcome!

So, what about you? What’s your go-to comfort food? Let’s swap recipes! 🥘❤️

Vegetable Indian curry

Flavor-packed Vegetable Indian curry with amazing ingredients and incredible taste! Perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
16 minutes
Total Time
36 minutes

Category: Dinner
Yield: 4 servings servings

Ingredients

  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1-inch (2 ½ cm) piece of fresh ginger, peeled
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 ounces ( 170 grams) yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon kashmiri/red Indian chili powder (substitute cayenne pepper)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 ½ cups (354 ml) vegetable broth
  • 8 ounces (226 grams) carrots, peeled and cut into large pieces
  • 6 ounces (170 grams) potato, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 8 ounces (226 grams) cauliflower florets
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 5 ounces (141 grams) plain Greek yogurt
  • ¾ cup (88 grams) fresh or frozen peas or chick peas
  • Instructions

    1. Add the garlic, ginger and jalapeño pepper to a blender with a little water. Blend to make a fine paste. Remove and set aside. To the same blender, blend the tomatoes and tomato paste. Set aside.
    2. To a large saucepan, braising pan or Dutch oven, add the oil over medium heat. When hot add the onion and bell pepper. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, coriander, ground ginger, Indian chili powder and salt, cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic/ginger paste, the blended tomatoes and maple syrup, mix well.
    3. Add the broth, carrots and potatoes, stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the lid, add the cauliflower and peas. Simmer for 10 more minutes with the lid removed until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
    4. In a small bowl mix the cornstarch and 1 teaspoon water. Stir into the curry and simmer until thickened. Remove from the heat, stir in the yogurt, a little at time until well combined. Whisking may help prevent any white flecks, which is just the yogurt reacting to the heat. It is perfectly fine to eat. You can separate the sauce from the vegetables and blend if the yogurt looks separated.
    5. Taste for seasoning, add more salt if needed. Serve with white rice.

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