2sweet potatoespeeled and cut into 2–3 cm cubes (500g)
2carrotspeeled and chopped (250g)
2tablespoonoildivided
2cloves garlicminced
1tablespoongrated fresh gingeror 1 teaspoon paste
3tablespoonThai red curry pasteadjust to taste
400mlcan coconut milk14 ounce
400gcan butter beans14 ounce, drained and rinsed (or chickpeas, white beans etc)
1red bell peppersliced
2teaspoonsoy sauceor tamari
1teaspoonbrown sugar
Juice of ½ lime
To serve (optional)
Fresh coriander
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 3cm cubes. Peel and chop the carrots into thick rounds. Toss the vegetables with half of the oil, along with the salt and pepper in a bowl.
Spread the vegetables evenly onto a baking sheet.
Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and slightly crisp
Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large pan, then add the garlic and ginger and cook for a minute. Stir in the Thai red curry paste and cook for a further minute.
Pour the coconut milk into the pan, along with the soy sauce and sugar. Cook, stirring, and bring it to a gentle simmer for 8-10 minutes.
Add the roasted sweet potatoes, drained butter beans and red peppers and heat through for 2 minutes. Add the lime juice.
Serve with rice and fresh coriander or parsley.
Notes
Recipe Tips
Roast the vegetables until slightly caramelised for better flavour.
Do not boil the curry aggressively once coconut milk is added.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Add lime juice at the end to keep the flavour fresh.