Serve these garlicky mushrooms in a rich tomato masala spiced with ground ginger, fennel seeds and cumin for an autumnal supper. Enjoy with rice or naan
Prep:15 mins
Serves 4
50g unsalted butter500g chestnut mushrooms, quartered4-6 tbsp sunflower oil1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp fennel seeds1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 tsp ground ginger¼ tsp ground turmeric½ tsp Kashmiri chilli powder½ tsp garam masala400g can chopped tomatoes1 tsp caster sugar2 tbsp thick, full-fat Greek yogurt2 tbsp chopped coriandercooked rice or naan, to serve
STEP 1Melt the butter in a large wok, karahi or non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat and cook the mushrooms for 10 mins, or until any moisture has evaporated and they’re starting to brown. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.STEP 2Heat the oil in the same pan over a medium-high heat and fry the cumin and fennel seeds, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds until they release a nutty aroma. Stir in the onion and cook for 12-15 mins until golden. Reduce the heat to medium, then add the garlic and continue frying for 1 min. Add the ginger, turmeric, chilli powder and garam masala, followed by the tomatoes and sugar. Cook, uncovered, for 5-7 mins, or until the masala thickens and a layer of oil forms around the edge of the pan.STEP 3Spoon the yogurt into a small bowl, add a small ladleful of the hot masala and mix well before stirring the yogurt into the pan of masala. Pour in 100ml hot water and simmer for 3-4 mins until the curry has the consistency of double cream. Season to taste, then return the mushrooms to the pan and stir to warm through. Scatter with the chopped coriander and serve with boiled rice or naan, if you like.
