A fusion of authentic Indian flavors and healthy plant-based ingredients, Tempeh Tikka Masala is an innovative recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
🍽️ Recipe Summary:
- ⏲️ Prep time: 20 mins, Marinade time: 4 hours, Cook time: 30 mins
- 🍽️ Serves: 3-4
- 🥘 Category: Main Course
- 🌱 Diet: Vegan
- 📍 Cuisine: Indian Fusion
🍽️ Ingredients List:
- For the Marinade:
- 🌾 1 Block of Tempeh
- 🌶️ 1 ½ tsp Red Chili Powder
- 🌿 1 tsp Coriander Powder
- 💧 2-3 tbsp Water
- 🧄 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
- 🧂 Salt to Taste
For the Gravy:
- 🍳 Oil
- 🧄 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
- 🧅 1 Large Sized Onion (Finely Chopped)
- 🍅 2 Medium Sized Tomatoes (Finely Chopped)
- 🌶️ 1 ½ tsp Chili Powder
- 🥛 ½ cup Plant Milk
🔪 Method:
- Marinate the tempeh cut into medium-sized blocks with the marinade ingredients. Keep aside for 4 hours.
- Cook the tempeh in a pan in 2 tbsp oil and keep aside.
- Sauté ginger garlic paste, onion until translucent. Add tomatoes, chili powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook well.
- Add cashew nuts, sugar, plant milk, and blend to a gravy after cooling.
- Add the gravy to the pan and mix in the pan-toasted tempeh.
- Cook for another 2 minutes and garnish with chopped coriander.
- Tempeh Tikka Masala is ready to be served.
👩🍳 Pro Cooking Tip:
For a richer flavor, you can roast the spices before adding them to the gravy. You can also substitute cashew nuts with almonds if you prefer.
🌱 Why You'll Love This Recipe:
✨ Fusion Flavors
🌱 Plant-Based
🍛 Authentic Indian Taste
⚠️ Allergen Alert: 🌱 Soy: Contains tempeh, a soy product.
🍽️ Best Paired With:
🍚 Steamed Basmati Rice: The perfect companion to soak up the flavorful gravy.
🥗 Cucumber Raita: A cooling side dish to balance the spices.
🌱 Dietary & Lifestyle Information:
💚 Vegan: A completely plant-based recipe.
🌾 Gluten-Free: Enjoy without gluten worries.
🧡 Rich in Protein: Tempeh offers a substantial protein content.
