Best 2 Vegan Vegetable Masala Recipes

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VEGAN MUSHROOM MASALA



Vegan Mushroom Masala image

Mushroom masala is a classic Indian dish that is flavorful, warming, and simple to make. It is also known as "mushroom masala curry" or "mushroom curry". This recipe yields a curry that is pretty delicious over a bed of rice, accompanied by chapati, or even by itself. This is a purely vegetarian meal that is also vegan-friendly.

Provided by Jerry Trevino

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (2 inch) cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 pods green cardamom
2 whole cloves
1 star anise
1 bay leaf
½ onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
2 tomatoes, pureed
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
salt to taste
8 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
½ cup water
1 tablespoon cashew powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon kasoori methi

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cinnamon, cumin seeds, green cardamom, cloves, star anise, and bay leaf. Stir to allow oil to absorb flavors and aroma, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in onion and saute until it becomes slightly caramelized, about 10 minutes. Stir in ginger-garlic paste until smell diminishes, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and stir for 3 to 4 minutes. Add coriander powder, turmeric, and chili powder. Allow sauce to reduce, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in salt. Add mushrooms and stir until coated with sauce.
  • Pour in water and allow mushrooms to cook in sauce until slightly soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in cashew powder and garam masala and let cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes. Break kasoori methi into fine pieces and stir into meal; remove from heat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 182.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

VEGAN VEGETABLE MASALA



Vegan Vegetable Masala image

Customize this Indian-inspired vegan vegetable masala recipe by using any of your favorite vegetables, and throwing in a protein like seitan, tofu, or tempeh. Serve piping hot over a bed of rice or quinoa.

Provided by chefcs

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon canola oil
½ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup coconut milk, or more to taste
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
2 carrots, chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cauliflower florets, broken into bite size pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and jalapeno peppers and cook until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in coriander, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and salt; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour tomato sauce into the pan and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and maple syrup and heat until warm. Taste sauce, adding more coconut milk or spices needed.
  • Add carrots, potato, bell pepper, and cauliflower florets to sauce; toss well to coat. Cover, and simmer until vegetables are crisp, but fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 888.8 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, frozen vegetables can be used in a pinch, but they will not have the same flavor and texture as fresh vegetables. You can adjust vegetable portions based on your family's preference.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the vegetables, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to steam rather than sauté. If you need to cook a lot of vegetables, do it in batches.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't be afraid to use a variety of vegetables in your masala. This will give the dish more flavor and texture. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, peas, green beans, bell peppers, and onions.
  • Add some spice: Masala is a spicy dish, so don't be afraid to add some spice to it. You can use chili peppers, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala to give the dish a flavorful kick.
  • Serve with rice or bread: Masala is typically served with rice or bread. Rice is a good option if you want a more filling meal, while bread is a good option if you want something lighter. If you can't find basmati rice, you can use another kind of long-grain rice, like jasmine rice or brown rice.

Conclusion:

Vegetable masala is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give vegetable masala a try – you won't be disappointed!

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