Low Carb Tomato Tandoori Sauce

Creamy, flavorful, and keto-friendly, this Low Carb Tomato Tandoori Sauce is a deliciously versatile recipe that delivers bold Indian-inspired flavors without the carbs. Made with unsweetened tomato paste, heavy cream, and aromatic spices like garam masala and turmeric, this sauce boasts a rich, velvety texture perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or low-carb staples like cauliflower rice. Ghee and fresh aromatics such as garlic and ginger elevate its depth, while a hint of lemon juice and a touch of erythritol balance the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes and easy to customize for your spice tolerance, this quick tandoori sauce recipe is a must-have for your low-carb dinner repertoire! Garnish with fresh cilantro for an added burst of color and freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 170 grams Tomato paste (unsweetened, no added sugar)
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Ghee (or butter)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Erythritol (or any keto-friendly sweetener)
• 120 ml Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the ghee over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook the spices for 30 seconds to release their aroma.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, stirring well to combine with the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the water and heavy cream, stirring until smooth and well blended.

Step 6

Add the salt, lemon juice, and erythritol. Stir to incorporate.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(491.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	870.6

Total Fat 70.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 192.7mg	0%
Sodium 1286.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 10.1g	0%

Vitamin D 17.0IU	0%
Calcium 157.2mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1530.7mg	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: 72.0%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 23.4%