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Hearty Vegetable Masala

A rich and creamy curry packed with fresh vegetables and warm, aromatic spices.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Indian· July 20, 2026
Hearty Vegetable Masala
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
4

This vegetable masala is one of my favorite ways to get plenty of goodness into a cozy bowl. It is perfectly creamy and just hearty enough to satisfy everyone at the dinner table.

I love serving this when I want something comforting but light. If you have any leftover veggies in the fridge, toss them in to make this dish your own.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 large carrot, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can tomato puree
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

👩‍🍳Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat and add the onion. Cook until it turns golden brown.

  2. 2

    Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the cauliflower and carrots to the pan. Sauté for five minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in the tomato puree along with the turmeric, garam masala, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well to coat the vegetables.

  5. 5

    Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat until the vegetables are tender.

  6. 6

    Add the peas and bell pepper, cooking for an additional five minutes.

  7. 7

    Pour in the cream and stir gently to combine. Season with salt as needed.

  8. 8

    Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

💡 Tips

Serve this masala hot with a side of fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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