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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 Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings:
3
Calories:
313 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Indian, Vegan, gluten-free
Ingredients
- 2 tsp canola oil organic, or safflower oil
- 1/4 cup onion red, chopped
- 1 green chile chopped
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup green bell pepper 1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
- 1.5 cups tofu or pressed and cubed firm tofu, cubed; or steamed tempeh
- 1 to 1.5 tsp garam masala
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 inch ginger minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets 1 to 1.5 inch size, small
- 1.5 cups tomato 2 medium, chopped
- 3 Tbsp almond or almond pulp - leftover after making almond milk, overnight soaked
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 tsp salt or more
- 1/2 tsp fenugreek leaves dried
- cilantro for garnish
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.
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Notes
- Nutritional values based on one serving
Nutrition Information
Calories
313kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Sodium
832mg
(35%)
Potassium
911mg
(19%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
1965IU
(39%)
Vitamin C
128.5mg
(143%)
Calcium
185mg
(19%)
Iron
4.5mg
(25%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 832mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 911mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1965IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 128.5mg | 143% |
| Calcium | 185mg | 19% |
| Iron | 4.5mg | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.