Low Carb Masala Sauce

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of this Low Carb Masala Sauce, a keto-friendly twist on a classic Indian-inspired recipe. Crafted with a blend of warm spices like cumin, garam masala, turmeric, and paprika, this creamy tomato-based sauce is both flavorful and wholesome. Made with pantry staples such as olive oil, canned tomatoes, and heavy cream, it boasts a prep time of just 10 minutes and is ready to elevate your favorite proteins or veggies in under 40 minutes. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, roasted cauliflower, or over zucchini noodles. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this low-carb delight is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup canned chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.

Step 5

Mix in the canned chopped tomatoes, water, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.7

Total Fat 110.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 1601.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 169.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1128.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.9%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 12.8%