Description
Creamy Apple Curry is a unique and flavorful vegan dish combining sweet Fuji apples with aromatic curry spices and rich coconut milk. This comforting curry features a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes, brought together in a smooth, creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick and hearty meal, this recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and makes an excellent gluten-free, low fat, and vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- ½ large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium Fuji apple, diced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- Pinch of ground ginger
- Dash of turmeric
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Liquids and Extras
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can light coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
- Parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium-large pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic. If they begin to stick to the pan, add a splash of water to deglaze and prevent burning. Cook until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add Apples and Spices: Add the diced Fuji apple to the pot. Cook until the apple softens, stirring occasionally. Then stir in the curry powder, ground ginger, and turmeric, coating the ingredients evenly with the spices.
- Add Coconut Milk and Flavorings: Pour in the can of light coconut milk. Add the granulated sugar, shredded coconut if using, and soy sauce. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a smooth sauce.
- Simmer the Curry: Bring the curry mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld.
- Season and Serve: Season the curry with salt and pepper according to your taste. Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, for an added touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- This easy apple curry blends coconut milk, curry powder, and tart green apples for a creamy, spicy, savory, slightly sweet curry – a quick, cozy, comforting, flavor-packed vegan meal ready in 30 minutes.
- Using Fuji apples provides a sweet, crisp contrast; tart green apples like Granny Smith can also be used for a tangier flavor.
- Shredded coconut is optional but adds texture and enhances the coconut flavor.
- Adjust the soy sauce amount based on your preferred saltiness and dietary needs.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or flatbread to make a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 282 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 696 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
