Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

Cashews

Raw

13.5 unit

Coconut Milk

Canned

0.5 cup

Vegetable Stock

Low Sodium

1 unit

Onion

Chopped

1 tbsp

Vegan Butter

1 tsp

Oil

1 unit

Sweet Potato

Chopped

1 unit

Mango

Chopped

1 unit

Bell Pepper

Chopped

2 unit

Bay Leaves

Dried

3 cloves

Garlic

Minced

0.5 tbsp

Fresh Ginger

Minced

1 tsp

Turmeric

Ground

1 tsp

Curry Powder

2 tsp

Cumin

Ground

0.5 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon

Ground

0.5 tsp

Sea Salt

0.25 tsp

Pepper

Ground

0.5 cup

Cashews

Halves

18 cup

Lime Juice

Freshly Squeezed

1 unit

Rice

Cooked

4 unit

Lime Wedges

For garnish

Step 1
~3 min

Soak cashews in coconut milk and vegetable stock for at least 1 hour.

Step 2
~3 min

Blend soaked cashews, coconut milk, and vegetable stock until smooth to create cashew cream.

Step 3
~3 min

Set cashew cream aside.

Step 4
~3 min

Chop onion, sweet potato, mango, and bell pepper.

Step 5
~3 min

Mince garlic and ginger.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté chopped onions in vegan butter and oil over medium heat until translucent (about 4 minutes).

Step 7
~3 min

Add chopped sweet potatoes and sauté for about 2 minutes, coating them with butter and oil.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chopped mango, bell pepper, minced garlic, minced ginger, turmeric, curry powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, and cinnamon.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir and sauté for about 1 minute.

Step 10
~3 min

Pour in the cashew cream mixture and bring to a simmer.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 5 minutes with the remaining cashews and lime juice.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove the bay leaves.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve over rice or couscous.

Step 15
~3 min

Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier curry, add more red pepper flakes.

Toast the cashews before blending for a deeper flavor.

Adjust the amount of lime juice to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cashew cream can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with basmati rice or couscous.

Accompany with naan bread.

Add a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Naan bread
Raita
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Asia

Cultural Significance

Popular vegetarian dish in Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
vegetarian meal
family dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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