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Tofu Tikka Masala

Deliciously Quick Tofu Tikka Masala for Easy Comfort Cooking

This Quick Tofu Tikka Masala is a comforting and healthy dish packed with flavor and easy to prepare.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Pressing Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14 oz Extra Firm Tofu Press to remove excess water
  • 1 cup 2% Plain Greek Yogurt Substitute with non-dairy yogurt for vegan
For the Aromatics and Spices
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger Minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Ground Coriander
  • 2 tbsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
For the Sauce
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Sea salt can be substituted
  • 2 tbsp Coconut or Canola Oil For sautéing
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Diced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes Adjust for acidity
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
For Texture and Color
  • 2 cups Cauliflower Can substitute with broccoli
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Or fresh peas if available
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Begin by pressing your extra firm tofu to remove excess moisture—this ensures better marinade absorption. Wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for about 15 minutes.
  2. Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes, ready to soak up all those delightful flavors.
  3. In a mixing bowl, create a marinade by combining Greek yogurt, minced ginger, minced garlic, ground coriander, garam masala, ground cumin, and a pinch of kosher salt. Toss your cubed tofu gently in the marinade until well-coated. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spread the marinated tofu cubes on a lined baking sheet. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the tofu is golden and slightly crispy on the edges.
  5. While the tofu is baking, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté a diced yellow onion along with minced ginger and garlic until they soften, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the ground coriander, garam masala, and ground cumin into the onion mixture for about 1 minute. Next, add tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Gently fold the baked tofu and frozen peas into the simmering sauce, cooking until everything is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  8. Your Tofu Tikka Masala is now ready to serve! Enjoy this creamy dish over basmati rice or with warm naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store your Tofu Tikka Masala in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or broth to keep it creamy.

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