Methi Malai Tofu
Ingredients
- Tofu12 oz
- Oil2 tsp
- Cornstarch2 tbsp
- Garam masala1 ½ tsp
- Nutritional yeast1 tbsp
- Garlic powder¼ tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Cumin¼ tsp
- Clove2
- Cinnamon stick2 inches
- Onion1
- Garlic5 cloves
- Ginger1 inch
- Chili pepper1
- Tomato⅓ cups
- Cashew¼ cups
- Turmeric¼ tsp
- Cayenne pepper¼ tsp
- Fenugreek1 cup
- Sugar½ tsp
Instructions
- Press the tofu for about 10 minutes to drain excess moisture, then cut it into small, even cubes.
- Toss the pressed tofu with 1 tsp oil.
- In a small bowl, mix the garam masala, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt and cornstarch, then add to the tofu and toss until well coated.
- Bake on a parchment-lined sheet or a greased dish at 400°F / 200°C for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Heat 1 tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the cumin seeds, cloves and cinnamon stick and cook until the cumin seeds change colour.
- Add the onion, garlic, ginger and green chile and cook until translucent.
- Add the tomato puree and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Blend the soaked cashews with 1 cup water until smooth, or use another cream base of your choice.
- Add the ground spices (garam masala, turmeric, cayenne), the fenugreek and any greens, the salt and the sugar, and mix well. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the greens wilt.
- Pour in the cashew cream and bring to a boil. Taste and adjust salt, heat, spice and sweetness, adding more liquid if too thick.
- Add the baked tofu and simmer for 2 minutes.
Summarized from Vegan Richa's video. Watch it for the details.
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