Sauce

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, spiced tomato sauce perfect for serving with kofte or grains.
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Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 410.5

Description

This vibrant International-style sauce offers a comforting blend of sweet tomatoes, aromatic cinnamon, and smoky paprika. It is designed to complement hearty dishes like kofte, providing a lush, flavorful base that elevates simple ingredients. The sauce simmers until thick and glossy, creating a perfect texture for coating meats or vegetables. Lightly seasoned and finished with a splash of water to adjust consistency, it balances acidity with warmth. Serve it hot alongside your main course, garnished with fresh yogurt and pomegranate seeds for a refreshing contrast. This versatile vegan sauce is quick to prepare and delivers deep, home-style flavors that make any meal feel special and satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pour chopped tomatoes, red wine, cinnamon, and paprika into a pan.
  2. Season the mixture lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Simmer the sauce for 20 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Add 150ml of freshly boiled water to adjust consistency and cook for 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Return kofte to the pan to coat in the sauce if serving with meat.
  6. Serve in bowls topped with dollops of natural yogurt, pomegranate seeds, and fresh coriander leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 410.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.0g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 670.8mg28%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g29%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 9.7g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This sauce pairs excellently with grilled vegetables or lentils if not using kofte.

Adjust the amount of water added during the final cooking stage based on your desired thickness.

For a non-vegan variation, you can add a splash of cream instead of yogurt when serving.

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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