Dairy-Free Palak Paneer with Tofu

Name: Dairy-Free Palak Paneer with Tofu
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Firm Tofu (pressed and cubed); 1 lb Fresh Spinach; 1 medium Onion (chopped); 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste; 2 small Green Chilies (slit); 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala; 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Coriander Powder; 1 can Coconut Cream; 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil; to taste Salt

A delicious and healthy dairy-free version of the classic Palak Paneer, using tofu instead of paneer. This recipe uses coconut cream to achieve the rich, creamy texture without any dairy products.

50m4 servings

Contains soyDAIRY-free

380 cal|20g protein|25g carbs|20g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

about 450 g Firm Tofu (pressed and cubed)
about 450 g Fresh Spinach
1 medium Onion (chopped)
1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
2 small Green Chilies (slit)
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Garam Masala
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder
1/2 teaspoon Coriander Powder
1 can Coconut Cream
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
to taste Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water and blend into a smooth puree.
2Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4Stir in tomato paste, garam masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for 1 minute.
5Add the spinach puree and coconut cream. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6Add the cubed tofu and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the tofu to absorb the flavors.
7Season with salt to taste.
8Serve hot with rice or dairy-free naan.

Substitutions

Paneer → Firm Tofu

Provides a similar texture and protein without dairy.

Heavy Cream → Coconut Cream

Adds richness and creaminess to the dish without dairy.

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