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Curry Tomato Meat Sauce (Rich, Spiced & Versatile)
Curry tomato meat sauce served over rice with warm lighting and rich texture
This curry tomato meat sauce is rich, warmly spiced, and incredibly versatile. Perfect over rice, pasta, or tucked into wraps for an easy, satisfying meal.
Prep Time
10
min
Cook Time
30
min
Total Time
40
min
Servings
3
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
Ground meat (beef, turkey, chicken, or lamb): 1 lb
Yellow onion: 1 large, finely chopped
Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
Ginger: 1 inch, minced
Crushed tomatoes: 2 cups
Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
Curry powder: 1 tablespoon
Cumin: 1 teaspoon
Coriander: 1 teaspoon
Turmeric: 1 teaspoon
Chili powder (optional): 1/2 teaspoon
Cinnamon (optional): 1/2 teaspoon
Coconut milk or heavy cream (optional): 1 cup
Water or broth: 1 cup
Oil: 2 tablespoons
Salt: to taste
Black pepper: to taste
Cilantro (optional): for garnish
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and cinnamon. Cook for 1–2 minutes to bloom the spices.
Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
Pour in water or broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in coconut milk or cream if using, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
NOTES
Letting the spices cook before adding liquid builds deeper flavor.
Coconut milk adds richness; broth keeps it lighter.
Great for meal prep—flavor improves over time.
Works over rice, pasta, or in wraps.
Add a spoon of yogurt on top for extra balance.
Categories
Sauce
