Tofu Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Tofu Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons grated ginger; 4 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup plain soy yogurt (plus more to taste); 1 lb extra firm tofu (frozen and thawed for more texture, if desired); 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (optional); 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons grated ginger
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup plain soy yogurt (plus more to taste)
1 lb extra firm tofu (frozen and thawed for more texture, if desired)
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
Drain tofu for approximately half an hour. Meanwhile, mix 1/4 cup soy yogurt with 2 cloves crushed garlic and 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Cut tofu into cubes and marinate in yogurt mixture for at least 2 hours in refrigerator.
2
In a medium pot, mix remaining ginger and garlic, tomato products, and seasonings. Simmer over low heat until thick.
3
While the sauce simmers, sautee tofu in a dry, non-stick skillet until golden brown.
4
Stir tofu cubes into sauce. If a creamier sauce is desired, add soy yogurt until desired consistency is achieved. Heat just until warm.
5
Serve over rice with a pot of soy chai.

175

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Protein

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons grated ginger, 4 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup plain soy yogurt (plus more to taste), 1 lb extra firm tofu (frozen and thawed for more texture, if desired), and more.

Yes, Tofu Tikka Masala 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 Tikka Masala

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