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Leftover Mixed Vegetable Curry

Leftover Mixed Vegetable Curry is easy to prepare and easy to serve. A rule the follow is when it comes to seasoning mixed vegetables, season boldly, season with ground curry. 

Use leftover vegetables such as peas, beans, potatoes, carrots, onions, tomatoes, or what ever vegetables you have on hand to make vegetable curry.

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Leftover Mixed Vegetable Curry

Leftover Mixed Vegetable Curry Recipe

Ingredients
2 cups of your favorite cooked vegetables
1 teaspoon ground curry


Directions
Add all ingredients mix well and serve warm. Vegetables may be either freshly prepared or leftovers. Add as much curry powder as is desired.

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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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