Vegan Tandoori Tofu
Tofu marinated in vegan yogurt and spices. Then baked and broiled.
Servings: 4
Calories: 242kcal
Ingredients
Tandoori Tofu
- 1 Block(15oz.) Extra firm tofu, cubed and pressed
- 1 Cup Plain vegan yogurt, I used Kite Hill
- 2 Tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 Cloves Garlic, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 teaspoons Garam Masala *
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- a Pinch of Cayenne pepper
- Water to thin out as needed
Lemon Herb Couscous
- 1 Cup Pearl couscous
- 1 1/2 Cups Water
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh mint, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- After you press and cube the tofu, make the marinade. Whisk together the vegan yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, salt and cayenne. If your yogurt is pretty thin, then you don't need to add water. If your yogurt is thick, add a splash of water to thin out slightly so it is easy to stir the tofu into the marinade.
- Now add the cubes of tofu to the marinade. Marinate for at least 2 hours, up to 8 hours.
- When ready to make the tofu, preheat the oven to 400 degrees(F).
- Then place a baking rack(like a cookie cooling rack) on a baking sheet. Place all the tofu on the rack over the baking sheet, making sure each piece of tofu is well coated in the marinade.
- Bake the tofu for 25-30 minutes or until nice and brown and crispy. Then turn the oven to broil on low and broil for 3-5 minutes or until it has a nice char.
- While the tofu is baking, make the couscous. Bring the water to a boil, then add the couscous and reduce heat to low, cover and cook according to package directions.
- Once the couscous is done, add the olive oil, lemon juice, mint, parsley and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Stir, then taste and adjust seasonings.
- Once the tofu and couscous are done, serve with naan and extra yogurt and herbs.
Notes
*If you can't find garam masala,HERE is a good, easy recipe for one.
If you marinate the tofu for just 2 hours, you can leave it on the counter. If you marinate for longer, I recommend putting it in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 177mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 444IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1mg