Best 4 South African Vegetable Curry Recipes

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South African vegetable curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This hearty and comforting dish is packed with vegetables and can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy curry, this recipe has you covered. With its vibrant flavors and textures, South African vegetable curry is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTH AFRICA VEGETABLE CURRY



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I'm not sure where this recipe came from but it is very good. Serve with brown rice. Can also top with shredded coconut and chutney.

Provided by Karen in KS

Categories     Curries

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 lb carrot, peeled
3/4 lb green beans, rinsed and ends trimmed
1 1/2 lbs cauliflower, rinsed (1 head)
1 green bell pepper, rinsed, stemmed and seeded
1/2 lb dried peaches (1 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons salad oil
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced (1/2 lb)
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
2 cinnamon sticks (each 2 inches)
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3 cups cabbage, shredded
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Slice carrots 1/2 inch think.
  • Cut green beans into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Cut pepper and peaches into 1 inch pieces.
  • Cut cauliflower into 1 1/2 inch florets.
  • In a 6 quart pan, saute onion, ginger, garlic and cinnamon sticks in oil about 5 minutes or until onion is limp.
  • Add curry powder and turmeric, stirring for 30 seconds.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.7, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 89.6, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 8.7, Protein 6.9

SOUTH AFRICAN VEGETABLE CURRY



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An AWESOME African recipe that will be a hit ten fold, especially if you like Indian food. Great served with cous cous.

Provided by breezee1984

Categories     South African

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup peeled carrot
1 cup green beans, rinsed with ends trimmed
1 head cauliflower, rinsed and cleaned
1 green pepper, rinsed stemmed and seeded
1 cup dried peaches
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons ginger
2 garlic cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth
3 cups coarsely shredded cabbage
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut carrots into 1/2 inch thick slices.
  • Cut beans into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Cut cauliflower into 1 1/2 inch florets.
  • Cut pepper and peaches into 1 inch pieces.
  • In a 5 to 6 quart pan over medium high heat, stir oil, onion, ginger, garlic and cinnamon sticks until onion is limp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add curry powder and turmeric, stir 30 seconds.
  • Add broth, carrots, beans, cauliflower bell peppers, peaches and cabbage; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender when pierced, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add salt to taste.

SOUTH INDIAN VEGETABLE CURRY



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Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons garlic oil
1 onion, peeled, halved and cut into half moons
Pinch kosher salt
1 green chile seeded and finely chopped
3/4 -inch chunk fresh ginger, peeled and cut into fine strips
1/4 teaspoon crushed chiii flakes
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk
1 quart vegetable stock
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
12 ounces cauliflower, broken into florets (about 3 1/2 cups)
12 ounces broccoli, broken into florets (about 3 1/2 cups)
2 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved (large handful)
4 ounces baby corn, halved (about 1 1/2 cups)
6 ounces sugar snap peas (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped dill or coriander, or mixture of both

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed casserole or pan over low heat and fry the sliced onion sprinkled with some salt until it begins to soften. Add the chile and ginger strips and stir every now and again while cooking for about 1 minute.
  • Add the chili flakes, the turmeric, cumin, coriander and ginger. Stir well and let cook for about 1 minute or so. Pour in the coconut milk, stock, sugar and tamarind paste. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat and add the cauliflower first, then the broccoli. Cook for 10 minutes, then add the green beans and baby corn. Check the vegetables after about 5 minutes or so to see if they are tender, letting them cook for longer if needed.
  • Once they are tender add the sugar snaps and season to taste, to taste. When the sugar snap peas are hot, serve generously sprinkled with the herbs of your choice. Transfer the curry to a serving bowl. Serve with some plain rice or some warmed Indian flatbread on the side for dunking.

MARRAKESH VEGETABLE CURRY



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A vegetable-full curry! Serve this curry over your favorite rice and you're sure to have a tasty meal. If you have carrot-ginger juice available to you, try using it in place of the orange juice - either one is delicious!

Provided by NIBLETS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African     North African     Moroccan

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 medium eggplant, cubed
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ tablespoon sea salt
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
¼ cup blanched almonds
1 zucchini, sliced
2 tablespoons raisins
1 cup orange juice
10 ounces spinach

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven place sweet potato, eggplant, peppers, carrots, onion, and three tablespoons oil. Saute over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan place 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, turmeric, curry powder, cinnamon, salt and pepper and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes.
  • Pour garlic and spice mixture into the Dutch oven with vegetables in it. Add the garbanzo beans, almonds, zucchini, raisins, and orange juice. Simmer 20 minutes, covered.
  • Add spinach to pot and cook for 5 more minutes. Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 874.3 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your curry the best flavor and texture. If you can, try to use organic vegetables.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: There are many different spices that can be used in a vegetable curry. Feel free to experiment until you find a combination that you like.
  • Cook the curry until the vegetables are tender: The vegetables should be cooked until they are tender but still have a little bit of crunch. Overcooking them will make them mushy.
  • Serve the curry with rice or naan bread: Curry is traditionally served with rice or naan bread. You can also serve it with quinoa or your favorite whole grain.

Conclusion:

South African vegetable curry is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this curry a try.

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