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Creamy Cashew Curry Sauce

  • Vegan
  • Indian
  • ⏱ 30 min
  • Serves 4

A rich, dairy-free curry base where blended cashews stand in for cream, giving a smooth, luxurious texture.

08 · Snacks, Bakery, Nuts & Dry Fruits

Method

  1. 1

    Blend the cashews

    Drain the soaked cashews and blend with a little water until completely smooth.

  2. 2

    Build the masala

    Heat the oil and sauté the onion for 6 minutes until golden, then add the tomatoes and cook 6–8 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Add spice

    Stir in the garam masala and cook 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add the cashew paste

    Stir in the blended cashew paste along with a splash of water, and simmer 8–10 minutes until rich and creamy.

  5. 5

    Season and use

    Season with salt. Use this as a base gravy for paneer, vegetables or tofu.

Nitra tip

Soaking the cashews in warm rather than cold water speeds up softening and blends to a smoother paste.