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Vegetarian Tikka Masala

Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked rice I used brown jasmine
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne
  • ½ tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 4 tablespoons butter or ghee
  • 1 small onion or half a medium-size onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups water
  • cup cream I used half and half
  • 8 ounces tempeh
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped cashews
  • one lime for serving

Instructions

  • Begin by cooking your rice according the the package directions. You could also choose to skip the rice and serve this with naan instead. Or both.
  • While the rice cooks, get the sauce and tempeh ready. In a large saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 1 minute. Then add the garlic and ginger, and cook for an additional minute. Now toss in the tomato paste, water, cream, and all the spices. Pro tip: I put all the spices in a small bowl before I begin cooking since it takes a little bit to measure all that out.
  • Add in the cubed tempeh and cook until everything is hot. If your sauce seems too thick, add a little more water or cream. Taste and season with salt if needed.
  • Once you're ready to serve, sprinkle on the chopped cashews and cilantro and a lime wedge.