Sauce

This versatile Indian-style sauce is a quick and flavorful addition to any meal, offering a smooth, creamy texture with warm spices. Blending vegetable oil with a hint of salt and optional single cream, it creates a luxurious base that enhances curries, dals, or vegetable dishes. The addition of ground coriander, chili powder, and garam masala provides a deep, aromatic profile that is both comforting and exciting. Ideal for weeknight dinners or when you need a quick boost of flavor, this sauce comes together in minutes using pantry staples. It pairs beautifully with rice, naan bread, or steamed vegetables, bringing a touch of home-style Indian cooking to your table without the fuss.

Cuisine: Indian

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 12

Calories: 145.3

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This versatile Indian-style sauce is a quick and flavorful addition to any meal, offering a smooth, creamy texture with warm spices. Blending vegetable oil with a hint of salt and optional single cream, it creates a luxurious base that enhances curries, dals, or vegetable dishes. The addition of ground coriander, chili powder, and garam masala provides a deep, aromatic profile that is both comforting and exciting. Ideal for weeknight dinners or when you need a quick boost of flavor, this sauce comes together in minutes using pantry staples. It pairs beautifully with rice, naan bread, or steamed vegetables, bringing a touch of home-style Indian cooking to your table without the fuss.

Ingredients

4 tablespoon Vegetable oil
1 Level teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Single cream (optional)
0.5 pint Curry sauce or vegetable broth
0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
0.5 teaspoon Garam masala

Directions

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the ground coriander, chili powder, and garam masala to the hot oil, stirring constantly to toast the spices for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3
Pour in the curry sauce or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine.
4
Stir in the salt and optional single cream, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
5
Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then remove from heat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 145.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.4g26%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 4.1mg2%
Sodium 97500.3mg4063%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.1g1%

* 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

If you do not have pre-made curry sauce, you can substitute with 1 cup of vegetable broth and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste for a richer base.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your preference for heat. For a milder sauce, use half the amount.

This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of water if it thickens too much.

For a dairy-free version, omit the single cream or use a plant-based alternative like coconut cream.

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