Palak (Spinach) Tofu Recipe

Name: Palak (Spinach) Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 cup onion, finely chopped; 4 green chilies, finely chopped; 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ginger, grated; 1 bunch fresh spinach, cut to big pieces, about 6 cups; 1 teaspoon peanut oil; ½ teaspoon cumin; ¼ cup poppy seed, powdered (or 1/2 cup cashews); 2 tablespoons kasuri methi; ½ teaspoon garam masala; salt; 15 pieces tofu, about 1 inch sized cubes

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 cup onion, finely chopped
4 green chilies, finely chopped
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 bunch fresh spinach, cut to big pieces, about 6 cups
1 teaspoon peanut oil
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ cup poppy seed, powdered (or 1/2 cup cashews)
2 tablespoons kasuri methi
½ teaspoon garam masala
salt
15 pieces tofu, about 1 inch sized cubes

1
Heat oil in a wide skillet to a smoking point.
2
Add onion, green chillies and tomatoes.
3
Cook them to soft brown mush.
4
Remove the contents to a plate.
5
Add the spinach to the skillet, and saute until the leaves collapse.
6
Remove to a plate and wait for at least 5 to 10 minutes for them to cool down.
7
Take the cooled onion, chillies, tomatoes and spinach in a blender.
8
Add a pinch of salt.
9
Blend to thick puree.
10
Set it aside.
11
Clean or wipe the same skillet and then add and heat oil.
12
Add and toast the cumin.
13
Add the spinach-tomato puree.
14
Sprinkle the powdered poppy seeds, kasuri methi, garam masala, salt and turmeric.
15
Along with about a cup of water.
16
Stir well.
17
Add the tofu cubes.
18
Simmer on low heat for about ten minutes.
19
Serve warm.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1 cup onion, finely chopped, 4 green chilies, finely chopped, 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Palak (Spinach) Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Palak (Spinach) Tofu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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