Indian Chinese Sofrito

Ingredients

In the Indian Chinese adaptation of sofrito, we incorporate Indian and Chinese spices and ingredients to infuse the dish with bold and spicy flavors. The traditional Spanish sofrito is transformed into a fusion dish that combines the best of both cuisines, resulting in a unique and exciting culinary experience. We alse have the original recipe for Sofrito, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili sauce 1 teaspoon chili sauce
• 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 cup (240ml) tomato puree 1 cup (240ml) tomato puree
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 8g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the diced red and green bell peppers, along with the sliced carrot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. 4.
   Stir in the ginger paste and garlic paste, and cook for another minute.
5. 5.
   Add the soy sauce, chili sauce, garam masala, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
6. 6.
   Pour in the tomato puree and season with salt. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Tomato puree — Use homemade tomato puree for the best flavor. If using canned tomato puree, choose a high-quality brand without any added preservatives or sugar.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few chopped green chilies to the sofrito.
• Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables like mushrooms, broccoli, or baby corn.
• Serve the Indian Chinese Sofrito with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili sauce and red chili powder.
• Make a larger batch of sofrito and freeze it in portions for quick and easy meals.

Serving advice

Serve the Indian Chinese Sofrito hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Accompany it with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, serve the sofrito in a shallow bowl, allowing the vibrant colors of the vegetables to shine through. Sprinkle some chopped cilantro on top for an added pop of green.