Tofu Makhani Recipe

Name: Tofu Makhani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1 whole Fresh Jalapeno Or Serrano Pepper, Slivered Lengthwise; 3 Tablespoons Dried Fenugreek Leaf*; 8 ounces, weight Tomato Paste; 1 Tablespoon Red Chili Powder; 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala Powder; 2 cups Heavy Cream; 1 pound Extra-firm Tofu, Drained And Cubed; Salt And Black Pepper To Taste; 1 cup Plus 1 TBS Cilantro, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, Minced

Servings: persons

4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1 whole Fresh Jalapeno Or Serrano Pepper, Slivered Lengthwise
3 Tablespoons Dried Fenugreek Leaf*
8 ounces, weight Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Red Chili Powder
1 Tablespoon Garam Masala Powder
2 cups Heavy Cream
1 pound Extra-firm Tofu, Drained And Cubed
Salt And Black Pepper To Taste
1 cup Plus 1 TBS Cilantro, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, Minced

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* Dried fenugreek leaf and garam masala powder are critical to this recipe.
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You can find dried fenugreek leaf and garam masala powder at one of the many online spice merchants or, if youre lucky, in person at a local spice shop.
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This dish is lovely served atop a bed of basmati or pilau rice.
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If you prefer less heat, seed the jalapeno and reduce the amount of red-chili powder.
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Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add the jalapeno, fenugreek leaf, tomato paste, and red-chili powder.
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Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the garam masala powder and cream, and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the tofu and simmer for 5 minutes, or just until the tofu is heated through.
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Add salt and pepper to taste.
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If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of water or vegetable stock.
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The sauce should be thick and creamy, but not gloppy.
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Add 1 c cilantro, stir to incorporate, and remove skillet from heat.
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Serve hot, topped with the remaining chopped cilantro and minced ginger.

546

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, 1 whole Fresh Jalapeno Or Serrano Pepper, Slivered Lengthwise, 3 Tablespoons Dried Fenugreek Leaf*, 8 ounces, weight Tomato Paste, and more.

Yes, Tofu Makhani 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.

Tofu Makhani

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