Vegan Friendly| EASY | 30 mins

Scared of making curries? Don’t be! This 6-ingredient Sri Lankan potato curry is proof that bold, comforting flavors don’t have to be complicated. With just potatoes, coconut milk, curry leaves, green chili, onion, turmeric, and a pinch of salt and pepper, you’ll have a fragrant, creamy curry ready in no time.

Perfect for anyone nervous about trying Sri Lankan curries, this simple recipe shows that many traditional dishes are easy, satisfying, and full of flavor—no stress, no fuss. Serve it with rice, roti, or your favorite grains and watch it disappear!

6 Ingredient Potato Curry

Courses:Curry Easy Sri Lankan

Difficulty:BeginnerTotal time: 30 minutesServings:6-7 servings

Description

Easy 6-ingredient Sri Lankan Potato Curry – traditional, iconic, AND vegan friendly. No brainer!

Ingredients

• 4-5 medium potatoes
• 1 can coconut milk
• 8-10 curry leaves
• 2 green chili
• 1 white onion
• 1 tbsp turmeric
• Salt & Pepper

Instructions

1. Peel and cut the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.
2. In a pan, heat a little oil and sauté chopped onion, green chilies, and curry leaves until fragrant.
3. Stir in turmeric, salt, and pepper for 1–2 minutes to release the flavors.
4. Add the potato chunks and pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the sauce is slightly thickened.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with rice or roti.

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Keywords:Comfort Food, Curry, 30mins

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