A quick and easy, rich Indian coconut curry sauce infused with aromatic garam masala offers an irresistibly delicious experience with either lamb, poultry, fish, chickpeas, or tofu.

Turmeric + Black Pepper + Healthy Coconut Fat = Maximum Anti-inflammatory Health Benefits

Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients:                                                                    

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, ghee, or avocado oil
  • 1 large shallot, diced, or small onion
  • 4 cloves garlic—minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated, or 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 tsp fresh turmeric, peeled and grated, or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
  • 2 teaspoons dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
  • 1 extra-large tomato, finely diced, with juices (about 1 cup diced tomatoes) or canned.
  • 1 – 13.5 oz full-fat can of coconut milk or coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or sugar-free; use allulose or monk fruit sweetener.
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, more to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Garnish: Fresh mint or cilantro, plus a wedge of lime or lemon.

Serve with basmati rice, cauliflower rice, pureed sweet potato, or butternut squash, and add a green vegetable of your choice to balance the meal.

As a vegan dish, add tofu or chickpeas, put into a baked acorn squash half, or mix with veggies.

Directions:

  1. Add oil to a skillet and heat it over medium heat.
  2. Add shallot/onion and cook for 5 minutes or until translucent, adding a little water if needed so they don’t burn.
  3. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Add all the spices, mix, and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the tomato and its juices, and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the coconut milk and simmer gently for 4 minutes.
  7. Add the coconut sugar, salt, and cayenne, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust salt, sweetness, and heat.
  9. Serve with your favorite protein and choice of side (above)
  10. Garnish with fresh mint or cilantro, plus a wedge of lime or lemon. (optional)

Enjoy!

  • Free from wheat, gluten, grains, dairy, corn, soy, egg, *nuts, and refined sugar.
  • GF, DF, Vegan, Low Carb, Paleo, and Keto-Friendly!

*Note: Coconut is not a botanical nut; it is classified as a fruit, even though the Food and Drug Administration recognizes coconut as a tree nut. While allergic reactions to coconut have been documented, most people who are allergic to tree nuts can safely consume coconut.

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