Learn how to make fantastic and flavourful Butter Tofu Curry.
Ingredients (Serves 3-4):
350 gms of Tofu
1 chopped onion
2 tbsp plain yogurt
1 tsp turmeric
2 tsp salt ( 1 tsp for marinade, 1 tsp for onions)
1 tsp Red Chilli Pwd
1 tsp Tandoori masala
2 cups chopped tomatoes
3 cloves of garlic
2 inch piece of ginger
1 green chilli (optional)
1 tsp of cumin and coriander seeds
2 green cardamom
4 cloves
1 inch cinnamon stick
2 tbsp oil for cooking
2 tbsp butter
Cilantro for garnish
1. Marinade Tofu with yogurt and spices (Salt, turmeric,red chilli pwd and tandoori masala) for 1 hour.
2. Next, pan-fry it in butter until golden brown and set aside.
3. Fry cloves, cinnamon, green cardamom, cumin and coriander seeds with oil.
4. Add onions, salt, ginger, garlic and green chilli. Fry until golden.
5. Add 2 cups of chopped tomatoes and cook further for 5 mins.
6. Blend the masala to make smooth gravy.
7. Add Tofu and simmer for few minutes.
8. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve.
This curry is best enjoyed with Roti, Naan,Paratha or Rice and if you like tofu, also try: TOFU KORMA or TOFU TIKKA MASALA