Masala Macaroni for Kids Tiffin
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About Masala Macaroni for Kids Tiffin
Macaroni tossed in a tangy Indian-style tomato masala with a hint of pav bhaji masala - a different flavour direction from the herby vegetable pasta earlier in the plan.Cucumber and apple on the side add crunch and freshness to this comforting, tangy tiffin.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook12 minutes
Total22 minutes
Ingredients
For the Masala Macaroni
- 1/3 cup Macaroni Dry
- 1 pinch Salt For the boiling water
- 1 tbsp Onion Finely chopped, optional - see Quick Swap
- 1 tbsp Capsicum Finely chopped, optional
- 1 tbsp Carrot Finely chopped
- 1 Tomato Chopped
- 1 pinch Turmeric Powder
- 1 pinch Red Chilli Powder Optional - see Spice Note
- 1/4 teaspoon Pav Bhaji Masala Or garam masala, optional - see Spice Note
- 1 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
- 1 pinch Salt Or as required
- 1 teaspoon Oil
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Leaves Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Cooking the Macaroni
- Boil the macaroni in salted water according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and toss with a few drops of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Making the Masala
- Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add onion if using and saute until soft. Add capsicum and carrot, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the tomato and cook until it softens, about 3 minutes. Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder and pav bhaji masala, and mix well.
Finishing
- Add the cooked macaroni and tomato ketchup, and toss well to coat evenly. Add salt to taste and mix in coriander leaves.
Packing
- Let the macaroni cool slightly and pack it in the tiffin box with cucumber slices and apple on the side.
Recipe Notes
Tiffin Pairing
Cucumber and apple add crunch and freshness alongside the tangy, masala-coated macaroni.Make-Ahead Tip
Chop the vegetables the night before to speed up the morning cooking.Quick Swap
Leave out the onion for a simpler no-onion version - the tomato and pav bhaji masala still give plenty of flavour. Plain garam masala works well if pav bhaji masala isn't available.Allergen Note
Macaroni contains wheat/gluten. Check the label on store-bought ketchup and pav bhaji masala for any additional ingredients.Spice Note
Red chilli powder and pav bhaji masala can both be reduced or left out for a milder version - this dish gets most of its flavour from the tomato and ketchup, so it stays tasty even without the added spice.Packing Tip
Tossing the macaroni with a little oil after boiling keeps it from sticking together by lunchtime.Related Posts You May Like
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 14gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 260mgPotassium: 2228mgFiber: 14gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 4848IUVitamin C: 74mgCalcium: 204mgIron: 4mg
