Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Masala Macaroni, where creamy elbow pasta meets a vibrant medley of spices and fresh ingredients. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, bursting with bold flavors and inviting aromas that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ? cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Saut? Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and saut? until golden brown. Stir in garlic for another minute.
- Add Tomatoes and Spices: Mix in diced tomatoes, cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about five minutes until saucy.
- Combine Pasta with Sauce: Add cooked macaroni to the skillet and toss until coated. Adjust consistency with water or broth if needed.
- Final Touches: Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg