Vegan Tikka Masala Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
212 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Vegan Tikka Masala Sauce Recipe
Description
The Vegan Tikka Masala Sauce recipe uses whole cashews blended with large onion, tomato, fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, and a selection of ground spices including cumin, coriander, red chili pepper, black pepper, and cinnamon. The ingredients are combined smoothly in a high-powered blender to create a rich, creamy base without cream or yogurt. Adding water during blending can assist achieving the right texture.
This sauce serves as a versatile foundation for preparing vegan tikka masala dishes by mixing with sautéed tofu or vegetables and simmering briefly to meld flavors. The absence of artificial red coloring means the sauce has a natural tone. Substitutions like peeled almonds can be made but change the flavor and texture significantly.
Instructions include freezing guidance to store sauce for later use, supporting batch preparation and reducing food waste. This sauce emphasizes fresh ingredients and spice balance, offering a plant-based option for tikka masala enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashews whole
- 1 large onion
- 2 medium tomato
- 1 Tablespoon ginger see Notes
- 1 Tablespoon garlic see Notes
- 1 Teaspoon Turmeric ground
- ½ Teaspoon red chili pepper or Cayenne, ground
- 1 Teaspoon cumin seeds ground
- 1 Teaspoon coriander seeds ground, whole
- ¼ Teaspoon black pepper ground
- ¼ Teaspoon ground cinnamon or Cassia, ground
Instructions
- Place the cashews into a large blender jar with the peeled and quartered onion, the tomato, ginger + garlic, and the spices. all ingredients into the jar.
- Blend everything to a smooth paste. If the blender is struggling, add 2-3 Tablespoons of water to help get going.
- Use the tikka masala sauce to prepare a tofu tikka masala or another tikka masala dish. You can also freeze it (please see post for instructions).
Notes
- Use fresh ginger and garlic finely chopped for optimal flavor; a 1:2 ratio by volume or ready-made pastes work as well.
- Peeled almonds can replace cashews but will alter the sauce’s taste and creaminess.
- Use a powerful blender like a Vitamix to achieve the smoothest possible sauce texture.
- This recipe avoids artificial red food coloring; add red coloring if a more vibrant red color is desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 212 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 212kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 510IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 12.1mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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