Vegetarian Tikka Masala Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Tikka Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional); 2 14-ounce packages extra-firm or firm tofu; 1 tablespoon canola oil plus 2 teaspoons, divided; 1 large onion, halved and sliced; 1 large red bell pepper, quartered and sliced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes; 1/3 cup half-and-half

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
2 14-ounce packages extra-firm or firm tofu
1 tablespoon canola oil plus 2 teaspoons, divided
1 large onion, halved and sliced
1 large red bell pepper, quartered and sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon flour
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
1/3 cup half-and-half

1
Combine garam masala, turmeric, salt and crushed red pepper (if using) in a small bowl. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and blot dry with paper towels. Toss the tofu in a medium bowl with 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring every 2 minutes, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3
Add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil, onion, bell pepper, ginger and garlic and cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add flour and the remaining spice mix; stir until fragrant and coated, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, 3 to 5 minutes more.
4
Return the tofu to the pan; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in half-and-half.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons garam masala, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional), and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Tikka Masala falls under the General 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.

Vegetarian Tikka Masala

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