If you like both pasta and curry, why not put them together and make a yummy dish? This vegan curry pasta is a great combination of Italian and Indian, with the texture of pasta and the boldness of red curry. With just a few items and simple steps, you can put together a delicious and satisfying meal for any special occasion.
Other vegan dishes that I like include green moong dal curry , plum chutney ,garlic knots , pumpkin lentil curry ,easy thai curry , chickpea korma curry , vegan carrot dogs , chana dal recipe & vegan dal makhani.
Trivia: Did you know there is a traditional Sindhi curry called macaroni aloo ki sabzi? Sindhis have been eating this potato pasta curry with macaroni for many decades. They have been travelers and self-confessed foodies for longer than many.
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Equipment
- Blender
- Deep saucepan/ pot ( I love to make mine in an Le Creuset)
Ingredients
- Oil
- Ginger-garlic
- onion
- Tomato puree
- curry powder
- Red chilli powder / paprika
- Pasta (Macaroni or rigatoni or penne)
- Potato
- water
- Salt as per taste
- Cilantro /coriander for garnish optional
How to make pasta curry?
- Heat oil in a pan and add onion, freshly grated ginger and garlic to it. Let it cook for few minutes over medium heat.
- Add fresh tomato puree when onion is light brown.
- Add curry powder and red chilli powder.
- If you do not have curry powder, you may use a mix of turmeric powder, coriander powder and garam masala. Keep stirring until the spices are mixed well.
- Add the potatoes,pasta and any veggies you like
- Add water to the mix,cover and cook on low flame
- Once the potatoes and pasta are cooked, turn off the heat.
Serve your dairy free pasta in a huge bowl 🙂
Variations & Substitutions
- To make the curry pasta sauce creamier, chuck in a few tablespoons of vegan cream cheese or cashew cream as it's cooking. Creamy curry pasta is a just fantastic! especially if you are down and out.
- To spice up your red curry pasta, add some extra curry powder or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
- Make it more filling by adding diced tofu or your favorite veggies like red bell pepper, green peppers, broccoli, or spinach.
- Use gluten-free pasta if you need a gluten free option.
You can enjoy this curry, with rice or roti. It is easy, tastes great ,although it has minimal ingredients. Easy when you are stuck with less ingredients at home too.
You can also make this vegan one pot pasta dish in an instant pot while you unwind.
Storage
You can store this curry in an air tight jar in refrigerator for 1-2 days. You can also make a curry cream pasta sauce and freeze it separately by adding cashew cream or coconut milk to your curry paste. Add fresh al dente pasta of your choice and serve it fresh.
Related recipes
Here are some great curry recipes similar to the above recipe.
FAQs
Yes, you can use any type of pasta that you prefer. Macaroni, rigatoni and penne all work well. Make a curry spaghetti if you want to slurp it. Yum!
Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the sauce ,add water with veggies and pasta,cook until pasta is cooked completely .
The level of spiciness can be adjusted to your preference. If you prefer a mild curry pasta, use less curry powder If you like it spicy, add more curry powder or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
Vegan pasta curry recipe
Equipment
- deep pan
- Blender
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger chopped
- 1 tbsp. garlic chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2-3 medium tomatoes pureed
- 1 large potato peeled,cubed
- 1 cup pasta penne or macaroni or rigatoni
- 4 cups water
- ½ tablespoon curry powder
- ½ tablespoon red paprika or red chilli powder
- Salt as per taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoon fresh coriander or cilantro,chopped
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan and Add onion,ginger and garlic to it. Let it cook for few minutes.
- Add fresh tomato puree when onion is light brown.
- Add curry powder and red chilli powder. If you do not have curry powder, you may use a mix of turmeric powder, coriander powder and garam masala. Keep stirring until the spices are mixed well.
- Add the potatoes,pasta and any veggies you like. Add water to the mix,cover and cook on low flame
- Once the potatoes and pasta are cooked, turn off the heat.
- Serve hot with bread or rice.
Notes
Conclusion
This vegan curry pasta is delicious and totally worth it, no matter what the occasion. Your family and friends will love this pasta and curry sauce combo. You can whip up a tasty and fragrant meal with a few basic ingredients and easy steps.
Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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