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Tofu Recipe | Vegan and Perfect Meat Substitute | Serve This Tofu as Snack or Side Dish or Starter

Servings - 2-3



Ingredients: 



  • 400g tofu 

  • 1 1/4 tsp chilli powder 

  • 1 1/4 tsp garam masala 

  • 1 1/4 tsp coriander powder 

  • 1/2 tsp ginger - garlic paste 

  • Salt to taste 

  • 4 tbsp oil 

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice + 1 tsp extra lemon juice 

  • 1 red onion  

  • 1 green bell pepper  



Method: 



  1. Cut the tofu into your preferred shape (cubes, strips, or slices) and set aside.  

  2. In a large bowl, combine the tofu with 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp coriander powder, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. 

  3. Gently mix to coat the tofu evenly. 

  4. Let it rest for 30 minutes. 

  5. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a heavy-bottom pan over medium-high heat. 

  6. Arrange the tofu pieces so they touch the pan's surface and brown them evenly on all sides. Transfer to a plate.  

  7. In the same pan, heat the remaining 2 tbsp oil. 

  8. Add sliced onion and sauté for 1 minute. 

  9. Then, add the green bell pepper and sauté for another minute. 

  10. Season with 1/4 tsp chilli powder, 1/4 tsp garam masala, and salt to taste. 

  11. Stir in 1 tsp lemon juice. Cook for 1 minute.  

  12. Add the cooked tofu back into the pan. 

  13. Mix gently to coat with the spices and vegetables. 

  14. Cook for 1 more minute.  

Enjoy hot as a side dish, or pair it with rice, quinoa, or flatbreads for a wholesome meal!

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