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Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils Recipe

Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes (including pressure build/release)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make vegan dish, Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils are a delicious Thai-inspired meal perfect for a quick dinner. Creamy coconut milk, red curry paste, and red lentils come together in the Instant Pot for a satisfying and nutritious dish.


Ingredients

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Main Dish:

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (plus more to taste)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish and Serving:

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or naan, for serving

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add oil and sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add Flavors: Add garlic, ginger, red curry paste, and cumin. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in red lentils, coconut milk, broth, and soy sauce. Scrape up any bits on the bottom to avoid a burn notice.
  4. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  5. Release Pressure: Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  6. Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot over rice or with naan, topped with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Add a handful of spinach or chopped kale after cooking for extra greens.
  • Adjust curry paste for more or less heat.
  • Keeps well refrigerated for up to 4 days; great for meal prep!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: Thai-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg