BUTTER TOFU CURRY
VEGAN
INGREDIENTS
MARINADE ▢ 1 block Firm Tofu ▢ 2 tbsp Olive Oil ▢ 2 tbsp Cornstarch ▢ ½ tsp Garlic Powder ▢ 2 tsp Garam Masala ▢ ½ tsp Turmeric ▢ ½ tsp Salt CURRY SAUCE ▢ 1 tbsp Coconut Oil ▢ 1 tbsp Vegan Butter ▢ 1 Onion ▢ ¼ tsp Ground Ginger ▢ 1 tbsp Garam Masala ▢ 1 tsp Fenugreek Powder ▢ 1 tsp Ground Cumin ▢ ½ tsp Salt ▢ 3 Garlic Cloves ▢ ⅓ cup Tomato Paste ▢ 14 oz Coconut Cream
Prepare Tofu
Wrap the tofu block with absorbent paper and place between two heavy chopping boards to add pressure. Set aside 30 minutes to release all the moisture.
1
Cut Tofu
Cut the tofu block into thin slices. Pull apart the tofu slices to create irregular pieces of tofu.
2
Mix Marinade Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients: olive oil, cornstarch, garlic powder, masala, turmeric, and salt.
3
Add Water to Marinade
Add the tofu chunks into the butter tofu marinade and combine with a spoon to cover the tofu.
4
Lay Tofu on Baking Sheet
Lay the tofu pieces onto the prepared baking sheet into a single layer, make sure the tofu pieces don't touch each other or overlap.
5
Bake the Tofu
Bake the Tofu on the center rack for 20-30 minutes in an oven preheated to 200°C (400°F). Flip them halfway.
6
Prepare the Sauce
Heat a large skillet or medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the coconut oil, butter, and chopped onions. Stir and cook until fragrant and soft, about 2 minutes.
7
Add Spices
Add all the spices: ginger, garam masala, fenugreek, cumin, salt, crushed garlic, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until it forms a paste.
8
Add Coconut Cream
Stir in canned coconut cream to Vegan Butter Tofu sauce, stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
9
Add Tofu to Butter Sauce
Stir in the baked tofu pieces, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
10
Serve Vegan Butter Tofu
Serve the Vegan Butter Tofu with jasmine rice, vegan naan bread, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Makes: 8 Plates Calories: 317 kcal per Plate
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