Vegan Chipotle Jungle curry recipe | easy vegan dinner recipes (2024)

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Heart warming and comforting Vegan Chipotle Jungle curry made with seasonal veggies, tofu andLA MORENA® Chipotle Peppers in Adobo. Ready from pan to table under 30 minutes. It’s VEGAN and GLUTEN – FREE .

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If you have been following my recipes you know how much I love fusion cooking. I always believe that there are no rules to cooking and mixing stuff. At the end of the day it has to be downright delicious .

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ThisVegan Chipotle Jungle curry is an exciting fusion of Thai and Mexican flavors. Plus it’s loaded with fresh vegetables and tofu . If you are looking to add more veggies in your diet in a delicious way then you will definitely love this curry.

I would say this curry is a complete package where healthy meets delicious with explosion of texture and flavors.

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Fusion sounds interesting , tell me more about it!

Jungle curry is actually a spicy Thai curry loaded with veggies , meat without addition of coconut milk. It’s kicked up with Thai spices and herbs.

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Here I have changed things up. To make it more exciting I have given this curry a Mexican touch using Mexican peppers , cilantro , cumin and tomato puree and a touch of lemon plus Mexican oregano. I have used some soy sauce for an Asian feel giving it a balanced Fusion.

Along with the assorted seasonal veggies I have added tofu as protein which keeps this curry healthy and meatless .

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Vegan Chipotle Jungle curry recipe | easy vegan dinner recipes (6)Speaking of peppers I would love to share with you one of my must have’s in the pantry and the star of this recipe. Say hello to the gorgeous LA MORENA® Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce. These authentic Mexican Peppers makes it so easy to add flavor and kick to any dish . And it also imparts a beautiful color which is so important for curries. What I liked about LA MORENA® products is that they are made with natural high quality ingredients , no preservatives.

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Given below is a step by step pictorial followed by the recipe , notes and substitution . Hope you will add this curry to your menu for a satisfying and healthy meatless meal for a simple weeknight dinner or any special occasion especially for Lent.

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Vegan Chipotle Jungle curry

A heart warming curry loaded with veggies and tofu with a kick of Mexican flavor. Vegan & Gluten Free

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Fusion, Mexican, Thai

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Adjustable Servings -6

Author Khushboo

Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • 10 asparagus stems end trimmed and chopped
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 carrot sliced
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 3 mini radishes thinly sliced
  • 4 oz / ½ cup firm tofu cut into blocks or triangles steamed
  • To blend into paste
  • 2 count peppers from LA MORENA® Chipotle Peppers in Adobo sauce plus 2 teaspoon sauce
  • 2 medium sized tomatoes chopped
  • ½ “ ginger chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic peeled
  • For the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 2 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon raw sugar/ agave or sweetener of your choice
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice optional
  • ¼ - ½ cup water to adjust the consistency
  • Salt to taste
  • Couple of twists of pepper
  • Fistful of chopped fresh cilantro / coriander

Instructions

  • Press tofu by putting some heavy weight on it to take out as much water as possible.

  • Meantime blend the tomatoes , ginger , garlic and Chipotle peppers in Adobo sauce until a smooth paste.

  • Mix all ingredients called for the sauce with ¼ cup of water initially.

  • Heat up oil in a wok / pan on medium heat.

  • Once warm add in the chopped onions and a little sprinkle of salt .

  • Saute for a minute.

  • Now add in the asparagus and give it a quick mix.

  • Cook it covered for 2 minutes stirring occasionally .

  • Add in the carrots and peppers.

  • Cook for additional 2 minutes.

  • Now add in the blended puree and the sauce mixture.

  • Cook covered for 2 minutes .

  • Add in the zucchini and radish , cook for 1 minute.

  • Taste test and adjust seasoning if needed.

  • Add in the steamed tofu and cilantro .

  • Give it a quick mix .

  • You may add more water to adjust to desired consistency.

  • Serve it warm with a side of your choice of grain or rice.

Notes

This curry pairs well with rice, barley ,quinoa or noodles .
This recipe spice level is 3 on 5 , 5 being the hottest .
You may pan fry tofu and add.
You may use fresh veggies of your choice like broccoli, cauliflower , snap peas, green beans , bok choy etc.
Store leftover Chipotle Peppers in Adobo sauce in an airtight container in the fridge until next use.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g

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FAQs

Why is it called jungle curry? ›

Thai jungle curry has its origins in Chiang Mai in the north of Thailand. Traditionally, the ingredients used in jungle curry were those that could be found in the jungle. Game meat was at one time the meat of choice, but you are much more likely to see this on restaurant and takeaway menus with chicken, duck or pork.

Can vegans eat chipotle sauce? ›

Does chipotle sauce usually have dairy? Yes, chipotle sauce or chipotle crema is typically made with dairy ingredients such as sour cream, greek yogurt, and egg-based mayonnaise. The Bold & Creamy Taco Bell Sauce is also not vegan-friendly. It lists dried buttermilk in its ingredients, a derivative of dairy.

What is another name for jungle curry? ›

It's called gaeng pa, or jungle curry, and it's certainly not for the faint of heart. Gaeng pa is a generic term for curry without coconut milk, but it's really more of a soup than a curry.

What is the oldest curry in the world? ›

We were shocked, too, when we saw Chef Kunal Kapoor's video on the theme in which he informed that through a method called starch analysis, archaeologists identified the world's first-known or oldest curry — baingan curry — made up of aubergine, ginger and turmeric from the shard of a bulbous handi (pot).

Is Chipotle actually vegan? ›

VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

Our Sofritas is vegan and vegetarian approved. Vegans should avoid our meats, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, queso, sour cream, and chipotle-honey vinaigrette. Our tortillas, vegetables, rice, beans, salsas, chips and guacamole, are vegetarian and vegan.

What vegan meat does Chipotle use? ›

Made in-house, the vegan-certified meat option was made with a base of pea protein that was flavored with ancho chilies and chipotle peppers, tomato paste, crushed garlic, Spanish smoked paprika, and extra virgin olive oil.

Is honey vegan? ›

In the strictest definition of the word, honey is not vegan. As the product of a living being –honeybees, though there are other some 20,000 bee species to be found around the world – honey falls into the same category of non-vegan food products as milk and eggs.

Why do Brits call Indian food curry? ›

The Word Curry Came From a Colonial Misunderstanding

No Indian language uses the term, and the closest-sounding words usually just mean “sauce.” Curry is, supposedly, Indian. But there is no such word in any of the country's many official languages.

Is jungle curry healthier? ›

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It's lower in calories than other curries because it's not made with coconut milk. It contains plenty of protein and vegetables.

What is the hottest Indian curry called? ›

Originating from the Indian subcontinent, Phaal Curry has carved its name as the 'hottest curry' in the World, unleashing a gustatory inferno like no other.

Why is it called Devil Curry? ›

The similarity of the words debal and devil, probably paired with spiciness of the dish, lead to it being adopted into the English language as "Devil curry". The term "deviled", in reference to food is often used with spicy or zesty food, including foods prepared with mustard as an ingredient.

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