Master this creamy Thai jungle curry and up your protein intake with our intensely flavoursome protein seasoning. The perfect blend of fragrant ginger, garlic and lemongrass and super easy to make – our high protein vegan meals will satisfy your cravings and then some.
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. Thai jungle curry paste
- 1 tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 1 white onion (diced)
- 400ml coconut milk (try reduced fat to keep the calories low)
- 1 aubergine (cut into cubes)
- 100g mangetout
- 200g tinned green lentils (drained)
- 200g tinned chickpeas (drained)
- Handful fresh basil leaves to garnish
Method
1. Heat the coconut oil in a pan on a medium heat then fry the diced onions until they’re soft
2. Add coconut milk and curry paste and stir well
3. Add the aubergine and mangetout to the mixture, stir, then turn the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are tender
4. Finally, add the drained green lentils and chickpeas and stir, keep on the heat for a further 5 minutes then spoon into bowls, then garnish with fresh basil leaves and devour.
MACROS PER PORTION
Calories: 455 Protein: 28g Fat: 14g Carbs: 53g
Jennifer Blow has a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutritional Science and a Master’s of Science by Research in Nutrition, and now specialises in the use of sports supplements for health and fitness, underpinned by evidence-based research.
Jennifer has been quoted or mentioned as a nutritionist in major online publications including Vogue, Elle, and Grazia, for her expertise in nutritional science for exercise and healthy living.
Her experience spans from working with the NHS on dietary intervention trials, to specific scientific research into omega-3 fatty acid supplementation and also the effect of fast foods on health, which she has presented at the annual Nutrition Society Conference. Jennifer is involved in many continuing professional development events to ensure her practise remains at the highest level. Find out more about Jennifer’s experience here.
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