Best 4 Vegetarian Yellow Curry Recipes

Vegetarian yellow curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is made with a variety of vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers, in a creamy yellow curry sauce. The curry sauce is typically made with coconut milk, curry paste, and a variety of spices, such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to help you make the best vegetarian yellow curry, including tips for choosing the right ingredients and cooking techniques.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGGIES IN YELLOW CURRY

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (13.5-ounce) cans coconut milk* (See Cook's Note)
1/2 cup (4 ounces) yellow curry paste (recommended: Mae Ploy*)
1 small (about 8 ounces) russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
1 (15-ounce) can baby corn, rinsed and drained
1 Thai chile, such as prik kee noo, or 1 serrano chile, stemmed and thinly sliced*
5 sprigs Thai basil, with stems, plus 1/4 cup chopped *
3 kaffir lime leaves*
1 tablespoon fish sauce
*Serving suggestion: steamed white rice

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the coconut milk and curry paste to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the potato, carrots, onion, bell pepper, corn, chile, basil sprigs, lime leaves, and fish sauce. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Discard the lime leaves and the basil sprigs. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped basil and serve over steamed white rice.

VEGETARIAN YELLOW CURRY

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This is the best curry dish I have ever had. A Japanese roommate and I made it up in college on a dark winter night to avoid writing final papers out of the leftovers we dug up in the kitchen. The curry paste is easy to find in little cans at import stores, and you can add as little or as much spice as you want to the dish. It is both one pot and vegetarian. Serve over a big scoop of rice and garnish with peanuts, cilantro, and raisins.

Provided by Karin Landers

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons curry paste, or more to taste
1 dried red chile pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed
2 small potatoes, cubed
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk
1 cup milk, or more to taste
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach

Steps:

Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and garlic; cook until garlic is gently browned, about 1 minute. Add curry paste and whole chile pepper; pan-fry until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion; cook until softened but not yet translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add tofu; pan-fry until all sides are browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes, carrots, and celery. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Saute until carrots and celery begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
Add coconut milk and regular milk to cover vegetables. Add zucchini and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until all vegetables are soft and potatoes are cooked, about 20 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
Remove chile pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 36.4 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 229.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

THAI-STYLE VEGETARIAN YELLOW CURRY

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A semi-spicy, delicious vegetarian yellow curry. Enjoy this with brown or white jasmine rice!

Provided by Marina Hobson

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai Main Dishes Curry

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk, divided
2 tablespoons yellow curry paste
1 cup vegetable broth, or more as needed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup chopped carrots
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
¾ cup snow peas

Steps:

Press tofu cubes between towels to drain excess water.
Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat. Cook tofu in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove and place on towels to soak up excess oil.
Open the can of coconut milk and scoop out the thicker top portion into a large wok or pan. Save the watery bottom portion. Cook over medium-high heat until bubbling and a thin layer of oil appears on the top, about 5 minutes. Add curry paste and stir to incorporate. Allow to cook, stirring so this mixture does not stick or burn, until the oil film reappears.
Add the rest of the coconut milk and enough vegetable broth to reach desired consistency; bring to a simmer. Stir in potatoes and simmer until almost tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in carrots, bell pepper, and snow peas; simmer until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add tofu and heat through, 5 to 10 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 310.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

THAI YELLOW CURRY - VEGAN

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As a student, I can't really afford to visit Thai restaurants daily...otherwise I would. Yellow curry is one of my favorite Thai dishes. This is a recipe I've modified to my own taste and diet. Hope you enjoy it as much as my friends and I have!

Provided by Dustin Brubaker

Categories Curries

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/3 cup peanut oil
4 tablespoons yellow curry paste, for medium-hot dish
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk
1 cup vegetable broth
1 inch fresh ginger, cut in thick slices
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut in strips
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut in strips
2 cups carrots, cut in thick slices
1 cup mushroom, sliced
4 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
4 cups white rice, steamed

Steps:

In a deep frying pan or wok, heat oil over medium heat until hot.
Add curry paste and garlic and cook, stirring for about 30 seconds.
Slowly stir in coconut milk and vegetable broth.
Reduce heat to simmer; add potatoes and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
Add ginger, onion, and peppers; cook until tender, about 7 minutes.
Add carrots, mushrooms, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
When heated through, serve over individual plates of hot rice.
Garnish with cilantro.

Tips:

Choose the right vegetables. The best vegetables for yellow curry are those that can withstand a bit of cooking and still retain their shape and flavor. Good choices include potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli.

Don't overcrowd the pot. When you're adding the vegetables to the pot, make sure you don't overcrowd it. Otherwise, the vegetables will steam instead of fry and they won't develop the same flavor.

Use a good quality curry paste. The curry paste is the key ingredient in yellow curry, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a paste that is made with fresh, flavorful ingredients.

Don't be afraid to adjust the heat. Yellow curry can be made as mild or as spicy as you like. If you like it hot, add more chili peppers or curry paste. If you prefer a milder curry, use less chili peppers and add some coconut milk.

Serve with rice or noodles. Yellow curry is traditionally served with rice or noodles. You can also serve it with roti, naan, or other flatbreads.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian yellow curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and healthy vegetables, and it can be made in just 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy vegetarian meal, give yellow curry a try. You won't be disappointed!