Masala Penne

Ingredients

• 2 cup Penne pasta, boiled (Cook until al dente and drain before adding to the sauce.)
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 0.25 cup Onion (Finely chopped.)
• 1 tsp Garlic (Minced.)
• 1 tsp Ginger (Grated.)
• 1 Green chili (Chopped.)
• 0.5 cup Tomato puree
• 0.5 tsp Garam masala
• 0.25 tsp Red chili powder
• 0.25 cup Fresh cream
• Salt (To taste.)
• Fresh coriander leaves (Chopped, for garnish; use as desired.)

Steps

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain well and set aside.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 2–3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add the tomato puree and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and loses its raw tomato aroma.

6. 6

   Stir in the garam masala, red chili powder, and salt to taste.

7. 7

   Add the fresh cream and stir to combine. Simmer gently for 2 minutes; do not let the sauce boil vigorously.

8. 8

   Add the cooked penne and toss until every piece is evenly coated with the sauce. Heat briefly if needed.

9. 9

   Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and serve hot.

Notes

The supplied post is titled “Indian Pasta – 6 Full Recipes” and also includes partial listings for Creamy Indian Alfredo, Schezwan Pasta, and Pesto Pasta. Only the Masala Penne recipe has a complete ingredient list and method in the provided source.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pasta
• Indian fusion
• vegetarian
• creamy
• spicy
• stovetop
• quick meal