Vegan Masala Sauce
Elevate your plant-based cooking with this rich and creamy Vegan Masala Sauce, a delightful twist on the classic masala base. Infused with the warming flavors of coriander, cumin, garam masala, and a touch of red chili for heat, this sauce achieves a luxurious texture with the addition of silky coconut milk. Fresh garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices are sautéed to perfection before being simmered with crushed tomatoes, creating a deeply flavorful foundation. Finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice and vibrant cilantro, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite vegetables, tofu, or plant-based proteins. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal that’s vegan, gluten-free, and utterly irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) Coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons Coriander powder
- 2 teaspoons Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce thicken, stirring occasionally, for another 15-20 minutes.
Once the sauce is thickened to your desired consistency, remove from heat.
Stir in the lemon juice and fresh cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2942 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2184 mg | 46% | |
*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.
