TURKEY AND SWEET POTATO CURRY

Turkey and Sweet Potato Curry image

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories Curries

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 shallots, coarsely chopped
3 inches piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
4 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 3/4-inch cubes
10 ounces frozen cut okra, thawed
3 cups water
1 1/2 lbs turkey cutlets, cut in 1-inch strips
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Combine the shallots, ginger, garlic, curry powder and 1/3 c water in a blender; blend until smooth.
On medium high heat, heat the oil in a Dutch oven.
Pour in the shallot mixture and, stirring frequently, cook about 3-5 minutes or until the mixture starts to darken.
Add in the potatoes, continuing to stir frequently.
Cook 2-3 minutes, or until the potatoes start to brown.
Add the okra and 3c water; bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Add in the turkey and cook 3-4 minutes more (the turkey should be opaque throughout when done).
Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.