Tofu In A Roasted Bell Peppeer And Coconut Sauce

Name: Tofu In A Roasted Bell Peppeer And Coconut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 red bell peppers, coarsely chopped; 1 spicy fresh cayenne pepper; 3 tomatoes, chopped; 3 pods garlic, minced; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds; 1 large white onion, diced; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 tablespoons coconut cream; 1 teaspoon salt or to taste; 11/2 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves; 1 pound extra firm tofu cubed

Servings: persons

3 red bell peppers, coarsely chopped
1 spicy fresh cayenne pepper
3 tomatoes, chopped
3 pods garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
1 large white onion, diced
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons coconut cream
1 teaspoon salt or to taste
11/2 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves
1 pound extra firm tofu cubed

1
Place the peppers, cayenne peppers, tomatoes and garlic in a large casserole. Drizzle with all but 2 tablespoons of the oil. Turn on the oven to 375 degrees and roast for about 20 minutes.
2
In the meantime heat the remaining oil for about 1 minute and add in the cumin seeds and wait until they sizzle, add in the onion and saute for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add in the ginger and mix well.
4
Cool slightly, place the onions in the blender with the roasted vegetables and the coconut milk and blend into a smooth puree
5
Place back in a pot and add in the salt, coconut cream and the tofu and 1 tablespoon of the fenugreek, if you are doing any of the other variations, at this point do not add any herbs.
6
Simmer on medium low heat for 10 minutes.
7
Place in a serving bowl, sprinkle with the remaining dried fenugreek or any of the other herb options and enjoy. If you like it spicy, you can finish with several grinds of fresh black pepper.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 red bell peppers, coarsely chopped, 1 spicy fresh cayenne pepper, 3 tomatoes, chopped, 3 pods garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Tofu In A Roasted Bell Peppeer And Coconut Sauce 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!