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recipe: vegan tofu tikka masala

recipe: vegan tofu tikka masala

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A plant-based twist on the classic chicken tikka masala, this Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala is rich, creamy, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

400g firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes

1 cup plain dairy-free yogurt (coconut or soy yogurt works great)

1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste

1 tablespoon ground turmeric

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon garam masala

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt to taste

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, minced

2 tomatoes, pureed or 1 cup canned tomato puree

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon paprika (adjust for spice)

1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, adjust for spice)

1 cup full-fat coconut milk

1/2 cup water (or vegetable broth)

Salt to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking Procedure

1

Marinate the Tofu:

2

In a bowl, mix the dairy-free yogurt, ginger garlic paste, ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, garam masala, smoked paprika, and salt. Add the cubed tofu to the marinade, making sure all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (ideally longer for better flavor).

3

Cook the Tofu: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the marinated tofu cubes in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tofu is golden and slightly crispy.

4

Prepare the Sauce: Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the pureed tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5

Make it Creamy: Add the coconut milk and water (or vegetable broth), stirring well to combine. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and develop flavors.

6

Combine the Tofu and Sauce: Gently stir in the baked tofu cubes and simmer for another 5-7 minutes to soak up the flavors.

7

Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or vegan naan.

Notes

A rich, creamy vegan twist on the classic tikka masala, made with marinated tofu and a spiced coconut milk sauce.

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Vegan
Tofu
Tikka
Masala
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