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Tofu and Peas Curry

Tofu and Peas Curry (Tofu Matar) #SundaySupper

Ingredients
  

  • Extra Firm Tofu-15 oz
  • Frozen Peas-1 cup
  • 1 medium Red Onion-diced
  • Garlic cloves-4
  • Ginger-1 inch
  • Bay Leaf-1
  • Ground Cumin-1 tsp
  • Ground Coriander-1 tsp
  • Red chili powder-1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric-1/2 tsp
  • Tomato-1 pureed
  • Water-1/2 cup
  • Garam Masala-1/2 tsp
  • Salt-to taste
  • Oil-4-5 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • Squeeze the Tofu between your palms gently to get excess water out and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  • Cube the Tofu into small cubes.
  • In a wok heat about 2 tbsp of oil and shallow fry in batches until golden.
  • Empty onto a plate.
  • In a food processor place the onion,garlic and ginger.Add a little water and make a paste.
  • In the same wok heat about 3-4 tbsp of oil and add the bay leaf.
  • Add the onion paste and saute until the raw smell disappears stirring frequently making sure that it does not stick to the pan.(about 5-6 minutes)
  • Add the spices and continue to cook until aromatic.
  • Add the pureed tomato and continue to cook until you see oil separating from the sides.
  • Add the fried Tofu,mix well and add water.
  • Add salt and garam masala.Check and adjust the seasonings.
  • Add the peas and continue to simmer uncovered for about 6-8 minutes.
  • Serve hot with Roti,Naan or Rice.