Tomato Curry Sauce
Transform your meals with the irresistible warmth and depth of homemade Tomato Curry Sauce—a versatile, richly spiced sauce perfect for upgrading weeknight dinners. Bursting with the flavors of aromatic garlic, ginger, and a medley of vibrant spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, this creamy blend offers a balance of tangy crushed tomatoes and silky coconut milk or heavy cream. Whether served over fluffy rice, paired with buttery naan, or used as a flavorful base for your favorite vegetables or proteins, this quick and easy sauce, ready in just 35 minutes, is a culinary delight that brings the essence of traditional curry right to your kitchen. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is perfect for curry lovers seeking a homemade touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 0.25 cup water (optional, for thinning)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and red chili powder to the pan. Toast the spices for 30 seconds to release their flavors.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream, ensuring the sauce is well combined and creamy.
Taste the sauce and add salt and optional sugar to balance the flavors. If the sauce is too thick, add water incrementally until the desired consistency is achieved.
Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the Tomato Curry Sauce warm with rice, naan, or as a base for vegetables or protein of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.7 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.0 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2912 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2347 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
