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Dairy-Free Palak Tofu (Spinach and Tofu Curry)

A healthy and delicious dairy-free palak 'paneer' made with tofu. Creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.

40m4 servings
Contains soyDAIRY-free
350 cal|20g protein|20g carbs|20g fat|7g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 block Tofu (firm or extra-firm)
  • about 285 g Spinach
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 cup Tomato puree
  • 0.5 cup Coconut milk
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt

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

Instructions

  1. 1Press the 1 block Tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into 2.54 cm cubes.
  2. 2Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the about 285 g Spinach and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Immediately drain the spinach and transfer it to a blender. Blend until smooth to make a spinach puree.
  3. 3Heat the 1 tbsp Vegetable oil in a 25.4 cm skillet over medium-high heat (204.4°C / 200°C). Add the 1 medium Onion, chopped, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. 4Add the 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste to the skillet and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. 5Stir in the 1 cup Tomato puree, 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder, 0.5 tsp Cumin powder, and 1 tsp Garam masala. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
  6. 6Pour in the spinach puree and the 0.5 cup Coconut milk. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  7. 7Gently add the 2.54 cm tofu cubes to the skillet. Stir carefully to coat the tofu with the sauce. Continue to cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tofu is heated through and the flavors have melded together.
  8. 8Season the Palak Tofu with salt to taste. Serve hot.

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