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Tesco Tikka Masala Cooking Sauce 500G

Vegetarian

Guideline Daily Amounts

1/4 of a jar
Energy
398kJ
95kcal
5%of the reference intake
Fat
4.3g

Medium

6%of the reference intake
Saturates
1.1g

Low

6%of the reference intake
Sugars
6.6g

Medium

7%of the reference intake
Salt
0.78g

Medium

13%of the reference intake
of the reference intake*
Typical values per 100g: Energy 318kJ / 76kcal

A medium spiced curry sauce with onion, yogurt and coriander.
A medium spiced Indian inspired Tikka Masala curry sauce blended with tomatoes, cream and a touch of cumin for a warming sweetness. This cooking sauce is great for Indian style home cooking and serves up to 4 people.A TASTE OF INDIA Blended with tomatoes, cream and a touch of cumin for a warming sweetness
Pack size: 500G

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:  Water, Tomato (14%), Tomato Purée, Onion (8%), Yogurt (Milk) (7%), Single Cream (Milk), Modified Maize Starch, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Coriander, Dried Onion, Cumin, Salt, Ground Coriander, Ginger Purée, Onion Purée, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Cardamom, Acidity Regulators (Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid), Paprika, Colour (Paprika Extract), Turmeric, Ginger Powder, Chilli Powder, Cinnamon, Dried Fenugreek Leaf, Dried Garlic, Fenugreek, Garlic Powder, Cumin Seed, Fennel, Clove, Black Pepper, Black Onion Seed.

Allergy Information

For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

Number of uses

4 Servings

Net Contents

500g e

Preparation and Usage

Chicken Tikka Masala.

Cooking time: 12-18 minutes

Method: Hob

Ingredients: 400g diced chicken breast, 1 jar of Tesco Tikka Masala Cooking Sauce 500g, 15ml (1 tbsp) of vegetable oil.

Method:

1. Heat the oil in a pan, add the chicken and fry for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned.



2. Add the contents of this jar and stir thoroughly.

3. Cover pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, stirring occasionally.

To Serve: Serve with rice or naan bread. For a vegetarian alternative use a variety of mixed vegetables.



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Easy Chicken Tikka Masala with Jarred Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 jar (15 oz / 425g) Tikka Masala sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro (coriander), chopped for garnish (optional)
  • Cooked rice or naan bread, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:

    • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
    • Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
    • Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the Sauce:

    • Pour the jar of Tikka Masala sauce into the skillet, stirring well to coat the chicken and vegetables.
    • If using diced bell pepper, add it to the skillet at this stage.
  4. Simmer and Cook:

    • Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve:

    • Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is heated, remove from heat.
    • Serve the Chicken Tikka Masala hot over cooked rice or with naan bread.
    • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro (coriander), if desired.

Tips:

  • Feel free to customize the dish by adding other vegetables like peas or spinach.
  • For extra richness, you can stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk towards the end of cooking.
  • Adjust the spiciness by adding chili powder or chopped green chilies according to your preference.

This easy Chicken Tikka Masala recipe using a jarred sauce is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It's flavorful, comforting, and pairs wonderfully with rice or naan. Enjoy the convenience of using pre-made sauce while still savoring the delicious taste of this classic Indian dish!



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