Jack Monroe makes vegetable curry

Synopsis

Jack Monroe engages with her readers to find out what ready meals they prefer, and vegetable curry emerges as the top choice. She selects a can of curry priced at one pound and thirty-nine pence, which contains thirty-five different ingredients. Monroe prepares her vegetable curry using ten key ingredients, including potatoes, carrots, green beans, and spices like garam masala and chilies. She emphasizes the importance of adding spices to the onions and garlic while cooking. Monroe also incorporates tinned potatoes and red lentils, making the dish quick and easy to prepare. As the lentils swell and soften, she stirs in the green beans, noting the need for a larger pan. The final product is a practical and economical meal that can be reheated later, despite its less-than-appetizing appearance after being in a tin for a year.