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Tofu Vindaloo and Rice

Tofu Vindaloo is a classic Indian dish made from tofu and rice. It is a popular dish often enjoyed at restaurants and homes alike. In this blog post, we are providing you with a recipe for Tofu Vindaloo and rice. We will also provide you with history and information about the dish, along with tips on how to make the perfect Tofu Vindaloo and rice dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 275 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tbsp ginger minced
  • 1 tsp cardamom
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pack of tofu diced
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots julienned
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes w/juice
  • ½ cup peas
  • 1½ cup water
  • Basmati Rice cooked

Instructions
 

  • In a blender, blend first 9 ingredients and 2 tbsp of olive oil until smooth.

Start your rice first so that it will be done at the same time.

  • In a large pan, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add tofu and cook until all sides are golden brown.

Now I love fried tofu. If you get it brown enough and nice and crispy, OMGoodness! I want to devour the whole bowl. The salt and pepper just send it over the edge.

  • Season with salt & pepper.
  • Place in a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat last tbsp of olive oil over medium heat in the same pan.
  • Add onion and carrot, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add in bell pepper and cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Add in blended paste and cook for 1 minute.

You won’t believe how good this smells until you cook it. The spices just dance in the air.

  • Stir in tomatoes and their juice, peas, and water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add in tofu and cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot over rice.

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Notes

Tofu Vindaloo is a delicious, hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The history of this dish is interesting, and the recipe is easy to follow. With a few tips, you can make the perfect Tofu Vindaloo. Serve it with rice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 11gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 36mgPotassium: 323mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5561IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 178mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Rice
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