Tikka Masala Pasta
Tikka masala pasta is a unique, spiced pasta dish made with a creamy tomato sauce seasoned with traditional masala spices. This curried pasta is infused with warm, fragrant spices in a slightly sweet and tangy sauce.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound spiral pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder*
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 cup half and half
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta to al denté. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water for the sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet on medium high heat.
- Sauté onion, garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes, spices. Stirring to incorporate.
- Whisk in heavy cream. Add 2-3 tablespoons of pasta water. Whisk again.
- Add pasta to skillet, stirring until well coated.
Notes
*For a spicier version substitute 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcal Carbohydrates: 47g Protein: 9g Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 3g Cholesterol: 5mg Sodium: 55mg Potassium: 265mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 4g Vitamin A: 200IU Vitamin C: 4mg Calcium: 44mg Iron: 1mg