Garam Masālā Dressing

Name: Garam Masālā Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: Makes About ¾ Cup (175 g)
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: ¼ cup (35 g) unsalted cashews, raw or roasted, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained; 1 tablespoon maple syrup or desired sweetener, or to taste; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 lemon); 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1½ teaspoons garam masālā; ¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Preparation info

Makes About
¾ Cup

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
5 min

Appears in

Plant-Based India

By Sheil Shukla

Published 2022

About

This creamy dressing, warmed by the spices in garam masālā, is key to Garam Masālā and Pāpad Salad. It can also be used in wraps or sandwiches in place of mayo.

Ingredients

¼ cup (35 g) unsalted cashews, raw or roasted, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained
2 tablespoons

Asia
India
Garnish
Vegan
Gluten-free

Method

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender. Blend until very smooth, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water to reach the preferred consistency. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.