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Curry Sauce

A quick and creamy curry sauce made with pantry staples, perfect for pouring over rice, chicken, or vegetables.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
3g
Curry Sauce
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add minced garlic and curry powder. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to meld flavors.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Simmer gently for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and pepper. Adjust curry powder to taste if needed.

  6. 6

    Serve warm over rice, meat, or vegetables.

Tools you’ll need

  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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