Mattar Pannir - Tofu with Peas
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Ingredients
  • 1 cake of organic extra firm tofu- cut into cubes and then laid out on a paper towel
  • to absorb water
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh ginger root
  • 2 Tbs. finely chopped garlic
  • 1 cup chopped organic onions
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoons turmeric
  • ½ t. curry powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 2 cans organic diced tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or 1 ten-ounce package frozen organic peas, thoroughly defrosted
  • 1 teaspoon organic sugar (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, toss the tofu with 1 Tbs. minced garlic, 1 Tbs. minced ginger, ½ t. curry powder, and ½ t. turmeric. Lay out on cookie sheet, lined with parchment paper and lightly greased. Bake for 10-15 minutes at 375º until golden brown. Remove from oven and set aside.
  2. Add the ginger and garlic to the coconut oil in a skillet and stir constantly, fry for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the onions and salt and continue to fry for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the onions are soft and golden brown. Watch carefully for any signs of burning and regulate the heat accordingly.
  4. Add the turmeric, coriander, and cumin. (and sugar if desired)
  5. Cook for a few minutes and then add the tomatoes and peas. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Add the golden tofu and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  6. Add the fresh cilantro and turn off the heat.
Recipe by iEatGreen at https://www.ieatgreen.com/mattar-pannir-tofu-with-peas/