Description
Create bold flavors at home with this Homemade Tikka Paste recipe, packed with aromatic spices it's perfect for adding a kick to your Indian-inspired dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 inches fresh ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon hot paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves and stems, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.
- Add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fenugreek seeds (if using) to the oil and fry them for about 1-2 minutes until they start to sizzle and become fragrant.
- Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the garam masala, turmeric powder, hot paprika, and chili powder to the pan.
- Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors with the onions and fried spices.
- Add the tomato puree and tamarind paste to the pan, mixing well with the spices and onions.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Transfer the entire mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the fresh cilantro, sea salt, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth. If the paste is too thick, you can add a little more oil or a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Use the paste immediately to marinate chicken, paneer, or vegetables, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Curry Paste
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: cup
- Calories: 397
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1231 mg
- Fat: 30.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 22.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27.4 g
- Fiber: 7.8 g
- Protein: 5.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg