Preheat the oven to 375 F. In a large pan over medium high heat, add the oil, curry paste, garlic, ginger and ⅔ cup coconut milk. Mix well until combined. Add the lentils, sweet potato, and another ⅓ cup coconut milk. Stir well. Reduce heat to medium low.
Cover the pan, leaving a small opening for steam to escape. Cook until sweet potatoes are tender and the mixture has thickened, removing the lid every so often to stir. Once finished, transfer to a bowl and chill until cooled.
Unfold the phyllo dough. Cut it into circle shapes. Add 2 Tbsp of the curried lentil mixture, fold the phyllo dough over it. Gently remove any air, then pinch the sides to seal the pies. Combine the melted butter and plant milk. Brush over the hand pies. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
Meanwhile, mix the coconut milk into the yogurt. Stir well. Drizzle the sauce over the hand pies or serve on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Recipe by Carrots and Flowers at https://www.carrotsandflowers.com/curry-lentil-hand-pies/