Tofu Butter Chicken Curry
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Serves:
6 Servings
Cook Time:
25 Minutes
Author
Krystal Roberts
About the Recipe
This tofu butter chicken-style curry is rich, creamy, and packed with warming spices. Crispy tofu is coated in a smooth tomato and coconut sauce with garlic, ginger, and garam masala.
Ingredients
For the Tofu
- 2 blocks extra-firm tofu, cubed
- Olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp curry powder, or to taste
- For the Sauce
- 3 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 white or yellow onion, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp garam masala
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika, or to taste
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- 6 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can coconut milk or coconut cream
To Serve
- White or brown rice
- Fresh cilantro
- Naan
- Red chili flakes
- Diced chilies
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Preparation
Step 1
Heat oil in a pan over high heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook, tossing frequently, until the sides begin to crisp.
Step 2
Add the soy sauce and curry powder and continue cooking until the tofu is fully crisp. Remove from the heat.
Step 3
Melt the vegan butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the onion and sauté for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
Step 6
Add the garam masala, curry powder, coriander, paprika, salt, tomato paste, and coconut milk.
Step 7
Stir until smooth and cook over low heat for at least 5 minutes.
Step 8
Add the tofu and toss until thoroughly coated and heated through.
Step 9
Serve over rice with naan and desired toppings.
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