Vegan curry lovers, look no further; I have a collection of 25 easy vegan curry recipes! The recipes are easy and perfect for a vegan diet. Next time you wonder what to make for dinner or to meal prep for the next day, try a vegan curry recipe from the list below.

I have gathered 25 of my favorite curry dishes from around Asia. Some are mild, and some are spicy. Most are quick and easy, including a few made with an Instant Pot! A lot of them include tofu or chickpeas for protein. One thing is for sure, all of the recipes are vegan and have lots of vegetables. (mushrooms, tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower, and jackfruit, to name a few!)
Oh yeah, did I mention they are all plant-based? YUMMMMMM!
If this is your first time making curry, know it is often easier than it looks. I can usually find curry pastes, garam masala and other fragrant spices at my local grocery store. Look in the international aisle; I bet you can find some at your local store.
I have some 'in case you always wondered' information about Indian and Thai curries at the bottom of this post.
25 Vegan Curry Recipes
About Indian Curries
Indian curries have evolved over the centuries. Archaeologists have found evidence of curry on the sub-continent as far back as 2000 BCE. Over time each region has developed a distinctive use of spices, flavors, and techniques.
In India, the curry base usually is water, vs. in Thailand; the base is coconut milk.
A standard Indian curry contains at least five spices, and it is not uncommon to find dishes made with up to 10 spices. Within this post, there are ten different Indian curries! Give them a try and see how different each one is.
About Thai Curries
Thai curries are known for their spicy chili, and at Thai restaurants, customers are often asked if they would like their food mild, medium, or hot. I like hot food, and I always order mild. That is because, in Thai cuisine, hot means HOT!
Thai curries are made with full fat coconut milk, but light coconut milk can easily be substituted. To make a curry without coconut milk, you can substitute cashew cream or non-dairy milk (it will not be as creamy).
Here is a quick breakdown of the five most common Thai curries in the west:
- Yellow - Tends to have a mild taste and is bright yellow from the turmeric and mustard seeds.
- Red - By far my favorite style. This curry combines sweet flavor from lemongrass and ginger and spice from chiles. (Note, Thai Kitchen is made with fish sauce or anchovy paste. Look for VeganKrave instead.)
- Green - It is made with young green chilies and is generally regarded as the spicier of the three colors.
- Panang - Combines mild spices and peanuts, creating a smooth and soft curry.
- Massaman - Is similar to Panang. However, the peanuts are roasted and the chilies a little spicer.
Common Substitutions
In the world of curries, ingredients are easily substituted. Here are some suggestions that I am most commonly asked about.
Rice - If the recipe calls for rice, you can easily use brown rice, white rice, or cauliflower rice. Most kinds of rice taste great with curry dishes.
Coconut Milk - I like to use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy sauce. Lite coconut milk can also be used, but the dish might not be as creamy. If using coconut cream, use ⅓ of the overall coconut milk called for in the recipe and substituted the other ⅔rd with water or vegetable broth.
Josh
These are all awesome recipes and I will be trying to make one a week! My family loves all kinds of curries.
Ruth Grindeland
Excellent, let me know how they turn out!
Michelle
I love curry soooo much, I don't even know where to start! All of these curries look so mouthwatering.
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you! I hope you are able to try a couple.
Emily
I love this amazing selection of curries! I tend to make the same ones over and over so this variety is inspiring!
Ruth Grindeland
Hi Emily, thank you. I hope you like them.
Shilpa
Love this list!! Bookmarking it. All the recipes are so delicious and flavourful!!
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you, let me know how they turn out.
Andrea
so many yummy recipes to enjoy! can't wait to try them all!
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you! Let me know how they turn out.
nancy
great round up of recipes. i can't wait to try them
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you! Let me know how they turn out.
Tavo
What an excellent selection of curries! I am crazy about curries and have them year-round at least two times per week! I find them super comforting and easy to make. I am sure I will make every single one on this article! thanks for such a nice collection! Cheers!
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you! I am so happy you like them.
Anna - Vegnfit
Thank you for sharing this Vegan Curry Compilation. I love a good curry and this is very helpful ?
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you! I am so glad you like the compilation.
Anaiah
I love curry but find myself making the same recipes over and over again. This is such an awesome collection of easy vegan curries. Looking forward to trying something new!
Ruth Grindeland
Thank you!