The First Tikka Masala | Recipe Rewind | S1E10

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chickpeas offer a budget-friendly protein.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories, while the milk and cornstarch mix is cost-effective.

Chop 85 grams of onion finely and slice 8 cloves of garlic.

Heat ghee in a pan and fry the onions until browned.

While the onions are frying, grind coriander seeds and prepare the ginger.

Once the onions are browned, take them out and crush the cardamom pods.

Add 1 chopped tomato to the pan after 30 seconds and peel it away once softened.

Prepare the tofu and add it to the pan with the tomatoes, onions, and ground spice mix.

Fry the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring continuously.

Add salt and 1 teaspoon of chili powder to the mixture, keeping it well mixed.

Incorporate ground almonds and garam masala into the dish.

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