Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried red lentils
• 6 cups peeled, cubed sweet potato ((about 3 medium))
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 tablespoon coconut sugar or light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cloves garlic (minced (about 1 tablespoon))
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 cup canned light coconut milk
• Cooked brown rice or quinoa
• Fresh cilantro ((highly encouraged))
• Lemon or lime wedges ((optional but tasty))