Tofu Makhani

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Ingredients

  • 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 whole Fresh Jalapeno Or Serrano Pepper, Slivered Lengthwise
  • 3 Tablespoons Dried Fenugreek Leaf*
  • 8 ounces, weight Tomato Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala Powder
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 pound Extra-firm Tofu, Drained And Cubed
  • Salt And Black Pepper To Taste

Instructions

  1. * Dried fenugreek leaf and garam masala powder are critical to this recipe.
  2. You can find dried fenugreek leaf and garam masala powder at one of the many online spice merchants or, if youre lucky, in person at a local spice shop.
  3. This dish is lovely served atop a bed of basmati or pilau rice.
  4. If you prefer less heat, seed the jalapeno and reduce the amount of red-chili powder.
  5. 1.
  6. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  7. 2.
  8. Add the jalapeno, fenugreek leaf, tomato paste, and red-chili powder.
  9. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. 3.
  11. Add the garam masala powder and cream, and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  12. 4.
  13. Add the tofu and simmer for 5 minutes, or just until the tofu is heated through.
  14. 5.
  15. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  16. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of water or vegetable stock.
  17. The sauce should be thick and creamy, but not gloppy.
  18. 6.
  19. Add 1 c cilantro, stir to incorporate, and remove skillet from heat.
  20. 7.
  21. Serve hot, topped with the remaining chopped cilantro and minced ginger.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

472 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.9g 18% DV
Total Fat 36.4g 47% DV
Carbs 33.3g 12% DV
Fiber 7.1g 25% DV
Sugar 4.4g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9758.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 1548.5mg 33% DV
Cholesterol 103.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 188.3mcg 21% DV
Vitamin C 153.2mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 365.3mg 28% DV
Iron 15.9mg 88% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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