Name: Tofu Butter Masala recipe by Bethica Das at BetterButter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 200 gms. tofu, cubed; 3 tbsp. oil; 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1/4 tsp. asafoetida; 1-2 onion, roughly chopped; 3-4 garlic cloves; 1" ginger; 1 tomato, roughly chopped; 1/4 cup coconut; 1-2 tbsp. red chili powder; 1 tbsp. roasted coriander-cumin powder; 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder; salt to taste; 1 tsp. garam masala powder; 1 tsp. kasuri methi, crushed; 1-2 tbsp. butter; 3-4 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped

ABOUT Tofu Butter Masala RECIPE

Tofu is rich in protein and calcium. It lowers cholesterol level, makes the bones stronger and increases blood circulation. So here is a yummy side dish that is so easy and simple to make. It is an absolute delicacy and is also a perfect party dish. Tofu chunks are slightly sauteed and then simmered in a onion-tomato-coconut gravy. A healthy substitute to paneer (cottage cheese), it can be served with jeera rice, pulao, plain biryani, naan, tandoori roti, kulcha or just plain chapati.

Ingredients Serving: 4

200 gms. tofu, cubed
3 tbsp. oil
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 tsp. asafoetida
1-2 onion, roughly chopped
3-4 garlic cloves
1" ginger
1 tomato, roughly chopped
1/4 cup coconut
1-2 tbsp. red chili powder
1 tbsp. roasted coriander-cumin powder
1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
salt to taste
1 tsp. garam masala powder
1 tsp. kasuri methi, crushed
1-2 tbsp. butter
3-4 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

Grind the onion, ginger, garlic, tomatoes and coconut with little water into a smooth paste. Keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the the tofu till light brown in colour. Drain and keep aside. Temper the same oil with cumin seeds and asafoetida.
Add the ground paste and saute till the oil separates. Now add all the dry spices and mix well. Add the fried tofu, kasuri methi and 1/2 cup water.
Cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes on a low flame. Switch off the flame and add the butter and coriander leaves.
Mix everything well and keep it covered for 2-3 minutes. Serve as a side dish with any form of rice or Indian bread.

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