Red Sweet Potato Curry with Rice

A cozy, plant-powered dinner to nourish body and mind

There’s something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of curry—the aromas, the creaminess, the gentle heat. This Red Sweet Potato Curry with Rice is one of those recipes that feels like a hug at the end of a busy day. It’s hearty enough to satisfy, light enough to feel balanced, and packed with nutrients that love your gut, your hormones, and your energy.

At Wellness Warriess, I believe food should be both joyful and functional. This recipe is exactly that: flavorful, simple to make, and filled with ingredients that support your wellness naturally—no extremes, no overwhelm, just real food that works with your body.

Why This Recipe Supports Your Wellness

✨ Sweet potatoes – Rich in fiber and beta-carotene, they help feed your microbiome and support healthy digestion while delivering antioxidants that benefit skin and immune health.

✨ Coconut milk & peanut butter – Healthy fats that help keep you full, stabilize energy, and allow for better absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

✨ Red curry paste & garlic – Anti-inflammatory powerhouses that bring flavor and gut-friendly benefits.

✨ Lime & coriander – Freshness that aids digestion and adds brightness to balance the creamy sauce.

✨ Rice – A grounding carbohydrate that brings comfort and steady energy, making this dish feel cozy and satisfying.

This combination isn’t just about taste—it’s about balance. You’ve got fiber, protein, healthy fats, complex carbs, and phytonutrients all working together to nourish your body.

Recipe: Red Sweet Potato Curry with Rice

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 tsp. coconut oil

• 1 white onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 tbsp. Thai red curry paste

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

• 1 (14oz/400g) can chopped tomatoes

• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable stock

• ¼ cup (65g) smooth natural peanut butter

• ½ cup (120ml) canned light coconut milk

• Juice of 1 lime

• 3 cups (480g) cooked white rice

• ¼ cup (30g) peanuts, chopped

• Handful coriander, chopped

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat coconut oil over medium heat in a large pan. Add the onion and cook for around 5 minutes until soft.

2. Add the garlic and red curry paste, stirring until fragrant.

3. Add sweet potatoes, chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, and season lightly. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30–35 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender.

4. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter and coconut milk. Add to the pan, stirring until creamy and combined.

5. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, and adjust seasoning.

6. Serve over rice and garnish with peanuts and coriander.

How to Make It Work for You

• Meal prep friendly: This curry keeps beautifully in the fridge for 3–4 days and tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.

• Freezer option: Skip the rice and freeze just the curry portion in single servings for easy weeknight dinners.

• Customizable: Add chickpeas for more protein, swap rice for quinoa, or throw in extra veggies like spinach or bell peppers.

• Omnivore option: Stir in cooked chopped chicken breast (or shrimp) toward the end of cooking for an easy protein boost.

Why Recipes Like This Belong in Your Weekly Rotation

Wellness doesn’t mean complicated or restrictive. Meals like this bring together comfort and nourishment—something your gut and your tastebuds will both thank you for. Instead of chasing extremes (like cutting entire food groups or skipping carbs), it’s about building balanced meals that feel doable, delicious, and aligned with how you want to feel.

This is exactly what I’ve created inside the Wellness Warriess Recipe Club:
💛 Every month, you’ll receive 30 balanced, gut-friendly recipes—15 plant-based and 15 omnivore—complete with shopping lists and meal plans.
💛 Recipes that are family-friendly, practical, and flexible so you’re not cooking separate meals for everyone.
💛 No overwhelm, no fad diets—just nourishing food that supports your wellness naturally.

Because when you have meals like this curry in your back pocket, wellness feels a lot less like a chore—and a lot more like joy.

✨ Final Thoughts from Wellness Warriess

This Red Sweet Potato Curry with Rice is more than just dinner—it’s a reminder that wellness starts in the small, everyday choices we make at the table. When you cook with intention, you’re not just nourishing your body—you’re also creating rhythms, rituals, and a sense of care that ripple into every part of your life.

If this recipe lit you up, imagine having a whole month’s worth of nourishing meals planned out for you. That’s the heart of the Wellness Warriess Recipe Club—making healthy eating simple, joyful, and sustainable.

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Educational content only. This is not medical advice or a substitute for individualized care.