Tofu Tikka Masala
Marinated, oven-baked tofu simmered in a rich, creamy tomato masala sauce - an easy, protein-rich vegan take on the classic.
50 min
Serves 4
Recipe from YouTube by Nico's Recipes
Ingredients
- firm tofu500 g (16 oz)
- turmeric1/2 tsp
- salt1/2 tsp
- red pepper flakes1/4 tsp
- olive oil2 tbsp
- onion2 medium (300 g), chopped
- ginger1 inch (10 g), grated
- garlic2 cloves (10 g), grated
- ground coriander2 tsp
- ground cumin1 tsp
- garam masala1 tsp
- Greek yogurt1/2 cup (120 g)
- red pepper flakes1/4 tsp
- tomato puree2 cups (500 g)
- salt1 tsp
- black pepper2 twists
- water2 cups (500 ml)
- heavy cream1/2 cup (120 g)
- sugar2 tsp (optional)
- olive oil1 tbsp
- lemon juice1 tbsp
- ginger1 inch (10 g), grated
- garlic2 cloves (10 g), grated
- garam masala1 tsp
- ground coriander1 tsp
- ground cumin1/2 tsp
Method
Mix all marinade ingredients except the tofu, then toss the tofu to coat evenly.
Bake the tofu until golden, about 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the sauce: saute the onions in the olive oil until soft.
Add the ginger, garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato puree, salt, pepper and water; simmer.
Stir in the cream and sugar; add the baked tofu and serve with lemon juice, cilantro, rice or naan.