Onion Gravy
Gravy is the heart of many Indian dishes, forming the base of curries, sabzis, and restaurant-style meals. A perfect gravy should be thick, smooth, aromatic, and packed with balanced spices. The secret ingredient that enhances depth, sweetness, and umami flavor in gravy is Onion powder.
Crait Onion Powder is specially formulated to deliver strong, natural onion flavor in an easy-touse form. It helps create rich,estaurant-style gravy without the need for long onion cooking or grinding. In this recipe, we will prepare a delicious, thick curry gravy using Crait Onion Powder for perfect home-style and restaurant-style dishes.
Ingredients for Gravy Base
- 2 tbsp oil or ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tomatoes (pureed)
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp salt (as per taste)
- 2 tbsp Crait Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder (extra for deep flavor)
- 1 cup water or stock
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- 2 tbsp cream or cashew paste (optional for richness)
Step-by-Step Method
1. Prepare Base Masala
Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for aroma.
2. Add Tomato Mixture
Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates and the masala becomes thick.
3. Add Spices
Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes.
4. Add Crait Onion Powder (Key Step)
Now add 2 tbsp Crait Onion Powder. This step instantly enhances the gravy’s sweetness, depth, and restaurant-style aroma without long onion cooking time.
5. Add Water & Simmer
Pour water or stock and mix well. Let the gravy simmer for 5–7 minutes until it thickens.
6. Enrich Texture
Add cream or cashew paste for a rich and smooth restaurant-style finish.
7. Final Touch
Sprinkle fresh coriander and a pinch more Crait Onion Powder for extra aroma before serving.
