A Warming Fusion of Spice and Comfort – Dive into this Fiery Harvest Stew for a Nourishing, Flavour-Packed Meal
This Fiery Harvest Stew with Red Curry is the perfect cozy dinner for chilly nights! Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy, healthy recipe that combines nutrient-packed veggies with warm spices, making it an ideal choice for a hearty winter meal. Paired with a side of rice and quinoa for added protein and fiber, this stew provides a balanced blend of vitamins, minerals, and comforting flavors to keep you nourished all season long. Enjoy a satisfying, one-pot meal that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free.
This Fiery Harvest Stew is loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients, making it a powerhouse for health, especially in the winter. Here’s a breakdown of what makes it so nourishing:
1. Vegetables (Carrots, Red Onion, Celery)
- Carrots: High in Vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), which supports immune health, vision, and skin health. They also contain Vitamin K, C, potassium, and fiber.
- Red Onion: Rich in antioxidants like quercetin, which helps fight inflammation and boosts immune health. Also a good source of Vitamin C, B6, and folate.
- Celery: Provides Vitamin K, folate, Vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, which help support bone health, blood pressure regulation, and overall immunity.
2. Garlic
- Garlic contains allicin, a compound known for its immune-boosting properties and ability to support heart health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
3. Red Curry Paste and Harissa
- Red Curry Paste: Often contains ingredients like red chilies, lemongrass, and ginger, which are full of antioxidants that help reduce inflammation.
- Harissa: Made from chilies, garlic, and spices, it’s rich in capsaicin, which may support metabolism, reduce inflammation, and offer immune protection.
4. Chicken Broth
- Provides protein for muscle health and repair. It’s also a source of collagen, which supports skin and joint health, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium that support bone health.
5. Coconut Milk (optional)
- Contains healthy fats (medium-chain triglycerides, or MCTs) that provide a quick source of energy. It’s also rich in B vitamins and minerals like magnesium, iron, and potassium.
6. Rice and Quinoa
- Quinoa: A complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, along with high amounts of fiber, magnesium, iron, potassium, calcium, and B vitamins.
- Jasmine Rice: Provides a source of complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, with small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
FIERY HARVEST STEW WITH RED CURRY
This Fiery Harvest Stew with Red Curry is the perfect cozy dinner for chilly nights! Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy, healthy recipe that combines nutrient-packed veggies with warm spices, making it an ideal choice for a hearty winter meal.
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the Rice-Quinoa Side:Rinse the rice and quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring water or broth to a boil with a pinch of salt.Add rice and quinoa, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and grains are tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Make the Stew:In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the carrots and celery, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.Stir in the red curry paste and harissa, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a gentle boil. If you’re using coconut milk, add it now for extra richness.Make sure you rinse your lentils before adding them to your pot. Add the full cup of lentils to you pot.
- Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:Spoon a serving of the rice-quinoa mixture into bowls and ladle the stew over the top.