Tandoori Pasta

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 to 6

  • Calories

    564 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch

  • Cuisine

    Asian

Tandoori Pasta

Tandoori pasta is creamy, bold, comforting, and a quick & simple 25-minute lunch or dinner the entire family will enjoy!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons of neutral oil
  • 1 red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup of sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 2 teaspoons of turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon of garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 (14-ounce) can of diced tomatoes, in their juices
  • 1 cup of pasta water
  • 1 pound of pasta
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, agave, or maple syrup
  • crushed red pepper, garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pan with a lid, heat the oil under medium high heat. Add the red onion and cook until translucent. Add the green onion and ginger and saute for two minutes.
  2. Add the garlic powder, cardamon, paprika, cumin, turmeric, garam masala, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for one minute.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes in their juices, mix well, bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat to a very low simmer. Stirring every couple of minutes.
  4. While the onions, tomatoes, and spices cook, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  5. When the pasta is ready, drain it and save one cup of pasta water.
  6. Return the pasta to the pot and add the sauce. Mix well and add more pasta water if needed.
  7. Squeeze half a lemon and add the brown sugar, agave, or maple syrup. Mix well and garnish with sliced green onions and crushed red pepper.

Notes

  • Bloom the spices: This is an important step to bring out all the flavors in the spices for a more full-bodied tandoori sauce.
  • Cook pasta al dente: It will continue to cook when combined with the hot tandoori sauce, so this ensures it doesn’t become overcooked and mushy.  
  • Save some pasta water: It helps thin the sauce while the starches help the sauce cling to pasta, making it a great addition to any homemade pasta sauce.
  • Tweak the flavors: Feel free to adjust the ratio of the spices and/or the amount of lemon and sweetener added to taste.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 564kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 104g (35%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.03g Sodium 39mg (2%) Potassium 643mg (18%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 560IU (11%) Vitamin C 28mg (31%) Calcium 97mg (10%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4to 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories 564 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 564kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 104g 35%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Sodium 39mg 2%
Potassium 643mg 14%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 560IU 11%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 97mg 10%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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