Easy Tikka Masala Sauce
A creamy and spiced tikka masala sauce that enhances any dish with rich flavors, perfect for chicken, vegetables, or paneer.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
Spices
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- to taste salt
- to garnish fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, and garam masala; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For added creaminess, drizzle extra heavy cream before serving. Adjust the spice levels to taste for a milder or spicier sauce. This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, or paneer.