Dive in the whirlpool of flavors with this fantastic fusion of Italian Macaroni tossed with Indian spices and colorful vegetables. The recipe blends the creaminess of Italian pasta with the spice kick of Indian masala offering a wholesome, nutritious meal loaded with flavor and fun.
Start by boiling a pan of water. Add salt and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once the water comes to a boil, add the macaroni pasta.
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Avoid overcooking to prevent the macaroni from getting squishy.
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Drain the cooked macaroni and rinse it under cold water. Set it aside.
COOKING MASALA MACARONI
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Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
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To this, add the diced carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are soft.
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Next, add the diced bell peppers and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they soften and add vibrant color to the mixture.
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Season with Italian herb seasoning, red chili flakes, cumin powder, marinara sauce, red chili sauce. Mix them well ensuring all the vegetables are coated properly.
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Add the boiled macaroni to the pan and stir gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.
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Reduce the heat to low and mix until the macaroni is evenly coated with the vegetable masala sauce.
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Finally, garnish with chopped scallions, cilantro leaves, and serve your Fusion Macaroni with Veggie Masala hot.