EVO Tikka Masala
Ingredients
Tikka Masala Spice Mix
2-3 green cardamoms
1 bay leaf
3-4 Kashmiri red chillis, whole
1-inch cinnamon stick
8-10 black peppercorns
1 tsp cumin seeds
3-4 cloves
EVO Marination
¼ cup cashew cream
1 tbsp Kasuri methi
1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
½ tbsp oil
1 tsp prepared spice mix
For the Gravy
1 medium-sized onion, roughly chopped
2 medium-sized tomatoes, roughly chopped
8-10 cashews
8-10 garlic cloves
1-inch ginger, roughly chopped
1 tbsp Kasuri methi
2-3 green chillies
1 cup brown onions paste
Salt to taste
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp garam masala
Prepared spice mix
Marinated EVO
A handful of coriander leaves
Prep
To prepare the spice mix, add all the ingredients in a pan and dry roast till they become fragrant.
Allow these spices to cool down at room temperature and grind them into a fine powder. Set aside till in use.
Now prepare the marinade by adding all the ingredients to a bowl & mixing well. Also add in the EVO Boiled Egg White cubes in the mix. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
Cook
Meanwhile, prepare the gravy by adding onions, tomatoes, cashew, garlic & ginger in a kadhai along with Kasuri methi and green chillies, roast till the tomatoes become mushy.
Allow the cooked vegetables to cool at room temperature and blend into a smooth paste.
Transfer this paste back to the pan along with 1 cup water & bring to a boil.
Add in the brown onions paste, salt, coriander powder, prepared spice mix & cook for 3–4 minutes.
Add marinated EVO and cook for another 4-5 minutes on medium heat.
Add in garam masala, mix it well and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Serve
Finish with a handful of coriander leaves & serve with the choice of accompaniment.
Chefs Tip: You can also cook the vegetables & whole spices together with water until everything boils and blend it into a smooth puree if you are pressed at time.
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