Basic Balti Sauce Recipe

Name: Basic Balti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 each onions chopped; 1 small ginger root fresh piece, , grated; 1 large garlic cloves crushed; 1 each tomatoes chopped; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon coriander ground; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 x coriander handful, fresh,; 1 x salt to taste

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 each onions chopped
1 small ginger root fresh piece, , grated
1 large garlic cloves crushed
1 each tomatoes chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon coriander ground
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 x coriander handful, fresh,
1 x salt to taste

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Heat the oil in a large saucepan over moderate heat.
2
Fry the onions, ginger and garlic until the onions are translucent.
3
Add the tomato and stir-fry, breaking it up with the spoon.
4
Pour in 300 ml / 1/2 UK pint water, and stir in the other ingredients.
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Bring to the boil.
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Lower heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
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Remove from heat and allow to cool.
8
Pour into a blender or food processor and liquidize.
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(Note: this is only one formula of thousands possible.
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There's no more a single recipe for Balti sauce than there's a single recipe for chili.
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Some cooks like more garlic, some more chili powder; some use fresh chilies as well: some add yogurt, coconut, cream.
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you name it.)

208

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 each onions chopped, 1 small ginger root fresh piece, , grated, 1 large garlic cloves crushed, and more.

Yes, Basic Balti Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basic Balti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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