Quick Veggie Masala

VeggieChallenge's Note:

This dish is quick when you already have the rice cooked. You can also save time and add nutrition by not pealing the potatoes. The key ingredient is the curry paste that can be purchased in jars and comes in a variety of blends and degrees of heat - from mild to extra hot.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 3

• 3 potatoes, chopped
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 tablespoon curry paste
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups peas or 2 cups green beans or 2 cups spinach
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
• 4 cups cooked brown rice (2 cups dry)

Directions:

1. Boil or steam potatoes for 15 minutes.
2. In a separate pot, sauté onion, oil and curry paste until onion is browned.
3. Stir in vegetables, potatoes, water and tomatoes and cook gently until tender.
4. Sprinkle with lemon juice and serve over generous portions of brown rice.
5. Variations: Add cooked chickpeas or lentils for an extra hit of protein. This dish also goes very well with rotis or chapattis.
6. Source: Vegetarian Tastes of Toronto, p. 77. Photo PJ.