The Easy Vegan Fijian Curry Recipe is a flavorful dish that is entirely plant-based. It offers a combination of vegetables and spices that create a tasty meal.
Servings 8People
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Fijian
Ingredients
Roasted Tempeh and Potatoes
4tablespoonsvegetable oil
1lb.tempeh
8potatoes
4onions
2tablespooncurry powder
2teaspoonred chilli flakes optional
Curry Sauce
4tablespoonsvegetable oil
1teaspoonblack mustard seeds
1teaspooncumin seeds
1/2teaspoonfenugreek seeds optional
2cinnamon sticks
2green chillispicy minced
16clovesgarlic minced
4oz.ginger minced
4tablespoonstomato puree
4cupsvegetable stock
2large green bell pepper dicedlarge diced
2tablespooncurry powder
4teaspoons chilli powderKashmiri
2teaspoongaram masala
Fresh coriander for garnish
Equipment
Large Pot
Utensils for stirring
Cutting board and knife
Measuring spoons and cups
Ladle for serving
Method
Heat a large pot:
a. Place a large pot on the stove.
b. Set the heat to medium-high.
Add vegetable oil and spices:
a. Pour 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the pot.
b. Add 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds.
c. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon cumin seeds.
d. Optionally, add 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds.
e. Include 2 small sticks of cinnamon.
f. Stir and let the spices sizzle for a minute.
Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chili:
a. Add 16 cloves of minced garlic to the pot.
b. Add 4 oz. of minced ginger.
c. Include 2 minced spicy green chilis.
d. Sauté these ingredients until fragrant.
Incorporate tomato puree:
a. Stir in 4 tablespoons of tomato puree.
b. Cook for a few minutes until the oil separates.
Add bell pepper and spices:
a. Put in 2 large diced green bell peppers.
b. Mix in 2 tablespoons of curry powder.
c. Sprinkle 4 teaspoons of Kashmiri chili powder.
d. Include 2 teaspoons of garam masala.
e. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Pour vegetable stock or water:
a. Add 4 cups of vegetable stock or water to the pot.
b. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer and thicken:
a. Let the curry simmer for about 20-25 minutes.
b. Stir occasionally until it thickens.
Garnish with fresh coriander:
a. Once the curry has thickened to your liking, turn off the heat.
Pre-chop vegetables for faster preparation.Have all spices and ingredients ready before starting.Use a non-stick pot for easy cleaning.Adjust spice levels to your preference.Customize the vegetables to suit your taste.Make a double batch for future meals.Freeze leftover curry for later use.