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Tikka Masala Paste Recipe


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Introduction

Tikka Masala is a popular Indian dish that is enjoyed all over the world. It is made with marinated chicken that is grilled or roasted and served with a creamy and spicy tomato-based sauce. While you can buy pre-made tikka masala paste from the store, it is much more satisfying to make it from scratch at home. In this article, we will share an easy and delicious tikka masala paste recipe that you can make in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you will need to make the tikka masala paste:
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 6 cardamom pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Here are the steps to make the tikka masala paste:
  1. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Toast the spices for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Remove the spices from the skillet and let them cool for a few minutes. Once cooled, grind the spices in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until they are a fine powder.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the ground spices, smoked paprika, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the grated ginger, minced garlic, tomato paste, and olive oil.
  5. Add the spice mixture to the ginger-garlic mixture and mix well until a paste forms.
  6. Your tikka masala paste is now ready to use. You can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Here is the nutritional information for the tikka masala paste:
  • Calories: 53
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 1g

Conclusion

Making your own tikka masala paste is a great way to add depth and flavor to your dishes. With this easy recipe, you can make the paste in just a few minutes and store it in the fridge for later use. Whether you're making tikka masala, curry, or any other Indian dish, this paste is sure to add a delicious and authentic flavor. So, give this recipe a try and enjoy the taste of homemade tikka masala paste!

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