
Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup of green peas, frozen or fresh
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons of curry powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Measures:
- 1 large sweet potato = 500g
- 1 cup of green peas = 125g
- 1 medium onion = 125g
- 1 can of coconut milk = 400ml
- 2 tablespoons of curry powder = 20g
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder = 3g
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder = 3g
- one teaspoon of turmeric powder = 3g
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil = 15g
Preparation Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add diced sweet potato, and cook until slightly softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add green peas, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add curry powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric powder, and stir well to combine.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the sweet potato is soft and the curry thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with rice or naan bread.
Calories: Each serving of green pea and sweet potato curry contains approximately 250 calories.
Fiber: Each serving of green pea and sweet potato curry provides about 5 grams of fiber.
Proteins: Each serving of green pea and sweet potato curry contains approximately 5 grams of proteins.
Nutritional Benefits:
- Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, and fiber.
- Green peas are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Coconut milk is high in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
- Curry powder is a mixture of spices that contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- Olive oil contains monounsaturated fatty acids, which are good for heart health.