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Tikka Masala Sauce

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A creamy, flavorful Indian-inspired sauce blending tomatoes, cream, and aromatic spices, perfect for pairing with grilled chicken or vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 400g (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 150ml (2/3 cup) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden and soft, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper; stir and cook spices for 2 minutes to release aromas.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and sugar, stirring to combine. Let simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream, cooking for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, marinate chicken pieces in yogurt and spices before grilling and adding to the sauce for a classic Chicken Tikka Masala.

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