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Kadai Paneer Tofu & Peppers

Kadai "Paneer" Tofu & Peppers. Kadhai Tofu in spiced tomato sauce. Shimla Mirch/ Capsicum, Broccoli and Crisped Hemp Tofu in an easy blender tomato almond sauce makes a great entree for Diwali. Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Cashew-free Recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Indian, Vegan
Servings: 3
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp organic canola or safflower oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 green chile chopped
  • 3/4 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 1 cup thinly sliced green bell pepper 1 medium green pepper
  • 1.5 cups cubed hemp tofu or Steamed tempeh or pressed and cubed firm tofu
  • 1 to 1.5 tsp garam masala
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 inch ginger minced
  • 1 cup small broccoli florets 1 to 1.5 inch size
  • 1.5 cups chopped tomato 2 medium
  • 3 Tbsp overnight soaked almonds or almond pulp - leftover after making almond milk
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 tsp or more salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried fenugreek leaves
  • cilantro for garnish
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Instructions

  • In a large skillet, add oil and heat at medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add the chile and tofu and cook for 8 minutes or until the peppers and tofu are slightly golden. Stir occasionally. Add the peppers and continue to cook for another 2 mins.
  • Meanwhile, blend the tomato, almonds, coriander seeds, pepper flakes, paprika, water into a smooth puree. You might need to blend a couple of 1 minute cycles and set aside.
  • Add garam masala, garlic, ginger to the skillet and mix to coat. Add the broccoli and mix in.
  • Add the puree to the pan and mix. Add salt, and fenugreek leaves and mix to combine. Cook covered for 20 minutes. Stir once in between
  • Taste and adjust salt and spice. Add cayenne for heat if needed. Add nondairy milk for creamy sauce or cook longer to make a dryer dish. Cook for a few more minutes for desired consistency. Serve hot garnished with loads of fresh cilantro. Serve with flatbread or rice.

Notes

Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 832mg | Potassium: 911mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1965IU | Vitamin C: 128.5mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 4.5mg