Saag with Tofu Recipe Recipe

Name: Saag with Tofu Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 14 ounces firm tofu, drained and cut into large dice; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 3 medium garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon peeled, minced fresh ginger (from about a 1-inch piece); 1 serrano chile, stemmed and finely chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala (see recipe intro); 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; Steamed rice or naan, for serving

Servings: persons

14 ounces firm tofu, drained and cut into large dice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon peeled, minced fresh ginger (from about a 1-inch piece)
1 serrano chile, stemmed and finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala (see recipe intro)
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup plain yogurt
Steamed rice or naan, for serving

1
Place the tofu in a single layer on a large paper-towel-lined plate; set aside.
2
Heat the oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3
Add the tofu and cook (be carefulthe oil may splatter), turning occasionally, until its golden brown on a few sides, about 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, dry the plate and line it with fresh paper towels.
5
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the tofu to the paper-towel-lined plate.
6
Spread it into a single layer and season with salt; set aside.
7
Reduce the heat to medium, add the onion to the pan, and season with salt.
8
Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
9
Add the garlic, ginger, serrano, garam masala, measured salt, coriander, and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, until the spices are fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.
10
Add the spinach and stir constantly until heated through, about 3 minutes.
11
Add the cream and water, stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
12
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the yogurt.
13
Taste and season with salt as needed.
14
Add the reserved tofu and let sit until heated through, about 1 minute.
15
Serve with steamed rice or naan.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 ounces firm tofu, drained and cut into large dice, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped, 3 medium garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Saag with Tofu Recipe 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.

Saag with Tofu Recipe

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