Dairy-Free Palak Tofu with Brown Rice

Ingredients

• 1 block (14 oz) Firm tofu
• 10 oz Spinach
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
• 1-2 Green chilies
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 tsp Garam masala
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
• 1/2 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Brown rice

Instructions

1. 1Place 1 cup of brown rice and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
2. 2While the rice cooks, prepare the tofu and spinach. Cut the 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu into 1-inch cubes. Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the 10 oz of spinach and blanch for 2 minutes. Immediately drain the spinach and transfer it to a blender. Blend until you have a smooth puree.
3. 3Heat the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C). Add the 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is golden brown and softened.
4. 4Add the 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the 1 medium tomato, chopped, and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring, until it has softened.
5. 5Stir in the 1 teaspoon of garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
6. 6Pour the spinach puree into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
7. 7Gently add the 1-inch tofu cubes to the skillet. Pour in the 1/2 cup of coconut milk and stir to coat the tofu. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat (300°F / 150°C) and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tofu to heat through.
8. 8Stir in the 1 teaspoon of salt. Serve the dairy-free palak tofu hot with the cooked brown rice.

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