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Prep time
8 minutes
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Cook time
35 minutes
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Serves
4
Author Notes
Sometimes even the simplest, smallest tweaks in prep or technique can make the path to weeknight dinner faster, easier, and more rewarding. Such is the case with this streamlined, Thai-inspired curry. Its steps are simple: combine everything in one pot (including the aromatics, which meld so well with the sauce since they're finely grated), bring it to a simmer, and slide it into the oven. It's virtually hands-off, just the ticket for nights when you want a nourishing, flavor-packed dinner without a lot of fuss. —EmilyC
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Ingredients
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1 tablespoon
finely grated ginger (from a 2-inch piece)
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1 tablespoon
finely grated shallot (from 1 1/2- to 2-ounce shallot)
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1
Lime, finely grated zest (juice reserved for finishing the dish)
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1
14-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
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1 cup
water or vegetable stock
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3 tablespoons
Thai red curry paste (brands vary greatly in spiciness, so add more or less to taste)
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1 tablespoon
fish sauce (or substitute soy sauce for a vegan version)
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1 pound
sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), halved lengthwise and sliced into thin, 1/4-inch pieces (note: thin slices ensure a faster cook time)
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1
16-ounce can black-eyed peas (rinsed and drained)
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3 cups
roughly chopped collard greens (about half a bunch), stems and tough ribs removed
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1/2 teaspoon
kosher salt, or to taste
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For serving: toasted black sesame seeds, warm rice, a handful of torn herbs (like cilantro or mint) if you have them!
Directions
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Heat oven to 400°F.
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In a 12-inch ovenproof sauté or braising pan with 2- to 3-inch sides, combine first seven ingredients (ginger through fish sauce), stirring well to integrate, then stir in sweet potatoes, black-eyed peas, collards, and salt. Tip: for easy prep, use a Microplane (or other rasp grater) to grate the ginger, shallot, and lime zest directly into the pan; don't worry about the exact amounts. (Note: you may get mostly juice when grating your shallot--this is okay!) Alternatively, process the ginger and shallot to a fine paste in a mini food processor or mortar and pestle.
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Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring a few times to make sure the sweet potatoes and collards are evenly coated in the sauce (if they're not fully submerged, that's fine!). Simmer for a minute or two, then transfer to the oven.
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Simmer in the oven (uncovered) for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender. Tip: Stir the curry after about 15 minutes to ensure even cooking, and check the tenderness of the sweet potatoes. (Lower heat, if needed, if simmering too vigorously.) Thin with a little extra stock or water, if desired.
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Squeeze a little lime juice into the curry, and adjust seasoning to taste with salt or fish sauce. Serve warm over rice, topping with black sesame seeds and herbs, if using.
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