Jul 09 2026
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Oysters Dashi Tikka Masala (vegan Upon Request) - Dozen Recipe

Inspired by Barndiva
Time1h
Serves12

Make Oysters Dashi Tikka Masala (vegan Upon Request) - Dozen Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Oysters version

Method

Oysters version

  1. 1

    Prepare aromatics and base

    Heat oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and grated ginger; cook until translucent and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Bloom spices and build sauce

    Stir in tikka masala paste, coriander, cumin, and turmeric; cook 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.

  3. 3

    Add liquids and tomatoes

    Pour in dashi stock and crushed tomatoes; simmer 10 minutes to reduce slightly.

  4. 4

    Finish sauce

    Stir in coconut milk; simmer 5 minutes until sauce coats the back of a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Add oysters

    Gently fold in shucked oysters; simmer just until the edges curl and the oysters are heated through, about 1-2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with rice or naan.

Vegan version (king oyster mushrooms)

  1. 7

    Prepare mushrooms and aromatics

    Warm a large skillet with oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and grated ginger; cook until translucent.

  2. 8

    Bloom spices and build sauce

    Stir in tikka masala paste, coriander, cumin, and turmeric; cook 1-2 minutes.

  3. 9

    Add liquids and tomatoes

    Pour in kombu dashi and crushed tomatoes; simmer 10 minutes.

  4. 10

    Finish sauce

    Stir in coconut milk; simmer 5 minutes.

  5. 11

    Cook mushrooms in sauce

    Add sliced king oyster mushrooms; simmer until tender and coated in sauce, about 6-8 minutes.

  6. 12

    Season and serve

    Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice if using. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice or naan.

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