Tomato Tandoori Sauce
Transform your meals with the vibrant flavors of Tomato Tandoori Sauce—a rich, creamy blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic spices, and a hint of tangy yogurt. Perfectly spiced with garam masala, cumin, coriander, and a touch of cayenne, this homemade sauce strikes the ideal balance of heat and warmth. Fresh garlic, ginger, and cilantro elevate its authentic tandoori profile, while a splash of lemon juice adds a zesty finish. Whether served as a dip, a marinade for grilled proteins, or a luscious sauce for rice and vegetables, this versatile recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a simple yet flavorful way to infuse your dishes with the essence of Indian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetables: finely chop the onions, mince the garlic cloves, and grate the fresh ginger.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they become translucent and begin to caramelize.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and add them to the pan. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and become soft.
Add the garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir well to ensure the spices blend into the tomato mixture.
Reduce the heat to low, and use an immersion blender to puree the tomato mixture directly in the pan until smooth, or transfer the mixture to a countertop blender and return the pureed sauce to the pan.
Mix in the plain yogurt and lemon juice, stirring until completely integrated and smooth.
Add water to thin the sauce to your desired consistency. Allow the sauce to simmer over low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
Finally, stir in freshly chopped cilantro and remove the sauce from the heat.
Serve the tomato tandoori sauce warm as a marinade for your favorite proteins or as a flavorful condiment alongside your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 2491 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2039 mg | 43% | |
*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.
