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Tofu Tikka Masala

Name: Tofu Tikka Masala
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 porcije
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 400 g firm tofu pressed and cubed; 2 žlica vegetable oil; 1 kom yellow onion finely chopped; 3 češanj garlic minced; 1 žlica ginger grated; 1,5 žličica garam masala; 0,5 žličica turmeric powder; 1 žličica cumin powder; 1 žličica coriander powder; 400 g canned crushed tomatoes; 0,5 šalica vegetable broth; 0,75 šalica full-fat coconut milk; 1 žličica sugar; 0,5 žličica salt; 0,25 žličica black pepper; 2 žlica fresh cilantro chopped (neobavezno)

This vegan take on a classic Indian dish features pan-fried tofu simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce. It's a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner, offering a delightful blend of aromatic spices.

Izvorni recept autora Forkin

Ukupno vrijeme: 1 h
Porcije: 4
Težina: Srednje
Po porciji: 293 kcal

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Priprema

Sastojci

400 gfirm tofu, pressed and cubed
2 žlicavegetable oil
0,5 žličicasalt
0,25 žličicablack pepper

sauce

1 komyellow onion, finely chopped
3 češanjgarlic, minced
1 žlicaginger, grated
1,5 žličicagaram masala
0,5 žličicaturmeric powder
1 žličicacumin powder
1 žličicacoriander powder
400 gcanned crushed tomatoes
0,5 šalicavegetable broth
0,75 šalicafull-fat coconut milk
1 žličicasugar

garnish

2 žlicafresh cilantro, chopped(neobavezno)

Oprema

skillet · large pan · knife · cutting board

Postupak

Korak po korak

1
Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Oko 15 min
Napomena kuhara: Pressing tofu helps it absorb flavors better and achieve a crispier texture.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Oko 1 min
3
Add the tofu cubes to the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
Oko 10 min
Napomena kuhara: Do not overcrowd the pan; cook the tofu in batches if necessary.
4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the yellow onion to the same pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
Oko 7 min
5
Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
6
Stir in the garam masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: Toasting spices enhances their aroma and flavor.
7
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Oko 10 min
8
Stir in the full-fat coconut milk and sugar. Return the cooked tofu to the pan and gently mix to coat.
Oko 2 min
9
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, uncovered, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Oko 5 min
10
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if using, and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Po porciji

Nutritivne vrijednosti

67%Ocjena

Kalorije: 292,6kcal
Bjelančevine: 11,4g
Ugljikohidrati: 15,9g
Masti: 22g
Vlakna: 2,9g
Šećeri: 8g

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Pravilno čuvanje

Čuvanje

Store leftover Tofu Tikka Masala in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Podgrijavanje

Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave until heated through, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce is too thick.