Healthier and Tastier Tikka Masala

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 15
Healthier and Tastier Tikka Masala
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 jalapeno pepper , minced , or more to taste
3 cloves garlic , minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can tomato sauce
1/2 can tomato paste
2/3 cup milk
3 cooked chicken breasts , diced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
342
Sugar
8g
Fat
12g
Tikka Masala is a popular South Asian dish that originated from India. It is a flavorful dish composed of marinated chicken cubes that are grilled or oven-baked and served with a creamy tomato sauce. The dish has gained popularity worldwide and is considered a British national dish. In this recipe, healthier ingredients are used to make the dish, and the spices come with a range of health benefits that transform this classic dish into a staple for any healthy diet.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the jalapeno pepper and garlic.
2.Cook the mixture until garlic is golden brown.
3.Mix ground cumin, ground black pepper, ground cardamom, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, paprika, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg in a small bowl and add it into the skillet.
4.Add tomato sauce and tomato paste; stir and reduce heat
5.Add cooked chicken breast to the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is well coated in the sauce.
6.Pour milk into the skillet and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
7.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan bread

PROS

This dish is full of flavors and tastes better than the restaurant one.
The chicken is juicy and tender with a perfect balance of spices and creamy tomato sauce.

This recipe is healthier than traditional tikka masala recipes because it contains less fat and the spices added comes with their health benefits.

CONS

If you have trouble with spicy food, use half the amount of jalapeno to avoid the heat.

Time-consuming preparation due to the amount of spices involved.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties due to the spices used in its preparation.
Cumin is known to aid in digestion and improve cholesterol levels.
Black pepper helps in the absorption of nutrients during digestion.
Cardamom is beneficial for treating gastrointestinal problems.
Coriander helps in regulating blood sugar levels.

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