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Palak Tempeh (Tempeh In Spinach Tomato Curry) Vegan

Palak Tempeh (Tempeh in Spinach Tomato Curry). A creamy and delicious curry that's quick and great for weeknights. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 258 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 2-3 cups spinach chopped (fresh or frozen thawed)
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1 Serrano green chili
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon raw sugar or sweetner
  • 1 teaspoon kashmiri garam masala or regular garam massala (or 1/4 teaspoon each of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and cardamom powder and 1 bay leaf)
  • 4 oz organic tempeh (about 3/4 cup chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons cashews soaked for an hour (more or less depending on how creamy you want the curry)
  • 1/4 teaspoon asofetida (hing)
  • 1 cup water or more for desired consistency
  • 2 teaspoons oil

Instructions

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  1. Blend the spinach, garlic, ginger, chili pepper and tomatoes with a little water into a smooth puree and keep aside.
  2. Blend the cashews separately with little water to make cashew cream.
  3. In a large pan, add oil and heat on medium.
  4. Add the spices and asofetida and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add in the spinach puree, salt and sugar and mix well.
  6. Add in the chopped tempeh pieces and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until the spinach curry thickens and starts to leave the edges.
  7. Add in the cashew cream and water for desired curry consistency. Taste and adjust salt and spices.
  8. Cook for another 6-7 minutes on medium low till the curry comes to a boil.
  9. Serve hot with with Indian flat breads like Rotis or naans, some sliced tomato salad and pickles! Other variations: Use 1 cup spinach and 1 cup mustard or collard greens!.

Notes

  • Nutritional information is based on one serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 258kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 118mg (5%) Potassium 788mg (23%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 3840IU (77%) Vitamin C 30.4mg (34%) Calcium 119mg (12%) Iron 3.5mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 258

% Daily Value*

Calories 258kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 118mg 5%
Potassium 788mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 3840IU 77%
Vitamin C 30.4mg 34%
Calcium 119mg 12%
Iron 3.5mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.