The Perfect N Easy Indian Curry Sauce (Makhani) Recipe

Name: The Perfect N Easy Indian Curry Sauce (Makhani)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon corn oil; 1 hot green chili pepper, chopped (optional); 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped; 1/2 tablespoon ginger, chopped; 2 cloves; 2 green cardamoms; 1 (1 inch) cinnamon stick; 1 large bay leaf; 1 1/2 cups tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (powdered); 1 tablespoon sugar or 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 cup fresh cream; salt, To taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon corn oil
1 hot green chili pepper, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/2 tablespoon ginger, chopped
2 cloves
2 green cardamoms
1 (1 inch) cinnamon stick
1 large bay leaf
1 1/2 cups tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (powdered)
1 tablespoon sugar or 1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup fresh cream
salt, To taste

1
Heat oil and butter together in a nonstick pan and add the cloves, cardamom, bay leaf and cinnamon.
2
When they are heated through add the ginger, garlic and green chilli and keep stirring till they turn pink.
3
Now add the tomato paste and let cook. You may add a little water if the sauce seems to be too thick.
4
When the tomato paste starts to bubble add the red chilli powder, Garam masala Powder, turmeric powder, sugar/honey and salt.
5
After about 2-3 minutes add the garam masala powder and fenugreek leaves' powder. Check for seasoning.
6
Finish off with fresh cream.

238

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon corn oil, 1 hot green chili pepper, chopped (optional), 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, The Perfect N Easy Indian Curry Sauce (Makhani) 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.

The Perfect N Easy Indian Curry Sauce (Makhani)

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions