How To Make Everyday Curry Sauce Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and are often more economical.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide a vibrant flavor, while frozen can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is often less expensive.

Add vegetable oil to a pan.

Add grated garlic and ginger; cook for about two minutes.

Add diced onion; cook for about two to three minutes until soft.

Add tomato puree; cook for two to three minutes to mellow it out.

Cook out the spices (garam masala, curry powder, chili powder, cinnamon) for about five minutes.

Add canned tomatoes; reduce slightly for maximum flavor.

Add vegetable stock; bring to a boil, then simmer for about one hour.

Blend the sauce to a smooth consistency if desired.

Return the sauce to the pan; finish with cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste.

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