Cà Ri Chay

Cà Ri Chay is a vibrant Vietnamese vegan curry that features a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, served with rice or noodles. This dish is not only comforting but also packed with flavors that transport you to the bustling streets of Vietnam.

Ingredients

• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Sweet potato - 1 medium, diced
• Cauliflower florets - 150 grams
• Green beans - 100 grams, cut into 2-inch pieces
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Curry powder - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Stir in the curry powder and turmeric powder, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced potato, carrot, and sweet potato to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the cauliflower florets and green beans to the pot. Stir in the soy sauce and brown sugar. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 14 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion.

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