How to Make Vegan Mushroom Masala - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly comforting about a rich and flavorful masala dish, and when it's made with earthy and meaty mushrooms, it becomes even more satisfying. This Vegan Mushroom Masala recipe is a delightful blend of spices, coconut milk, and tender mushrooms that come together to create a dish that will satisfy vegans and meat-eaters alike.

What makes this dish so special is the depth of flavor that comes from the combination of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masa...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    126 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 182mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 425mg