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Indian-Spiced Tempeh Tikka Masala with Herbed Basmati Rice

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 1 · medium

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Indian-Spiced Tempeh Tikka Masala with Herbed Basmati Rice

Smoky, aromatic tempeh cubes in a creamy coconut-tomato sauce infused with garam masala, ginger, and garlic. Served over fragrant basmati rice with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. A restaurant-quality vegan curry that's surprisingly simple to execute.

Ingredients

  • 150 g tempeh block, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3/4 cup coconut milk (full-fat), canned
  • 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 3/4 cup basmati rice, uncooked
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, for rice
  • 2 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice, fresh
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • to taste pinch sea salt
  • to taste pinch black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tsp coconut oil in a small pot over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute.

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