*Use any kind of tomato you like. Peeling them is unnecessary since you will end up processing the sauce with an immersion blender anyway. But if you want to peel them anyway, the easiest way is to perform a crosscut on the bottom and cut off the part after the stem. Then, blanch them in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Place them into ice water to cool (about 1 – 2 minutes), and then simply peel them by hand.
Tofu & Chickpeas Tikka Masala
4 servings
Try my recipe for Tofu & Chickpeas Tikka Masala! Tikka Masala is a common meal that can be found at Indian restaurants in USA.
Read moreWith this recipe, you do not need the Garam Masala seasoning mixture, which is commonly used. You are going to prepare the seasoning mixture on your own! That will give you better control over the flavor and help you save some money!
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Ingredients:
Seasoning mixture:
- 5 TSP of ground turmeric - ground
- 4 TSP of ginger root - ground
- 1 TBSP of cumin seeds - ground
- 1 TBSP of coriander - ground
- 1 TSP of pepper - ground
- ¼ TSP of cinnamon - ground
- Pinch of cloves - ground
- ½ TSP of salt
- 5 cloves of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed)
Protein preparation:
- 1 LB of super-firm tofu - drained (or extra firm (slightly softer))
- 2 cups of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) - canned, drained (do not reserve liquid)
Sauce:
- 2 TBSP of frying oil (any kind) (adjust if needed)
- 1 onion - peeled and chopped
- 4 cups of tomato - crushed (or diced, from a can with liquid, or puree or fresh diced*)
- 2 TBSP of cardamom
- 1 TSP of crushed pepper flakes (dried)
- 1 TBSP of cilantro (or 2 TBSP of finely cut fresh one)
- ½ TSP of salt
- 1 ¾ cups of heavy cream
Recipes
Best served with:
Directions:
1. Seasoning mixture:
1.1. Place into a medium mixing bowl:
5 TSP of ground turmeric
4 TSP of ground ginger
1 TBSP of ground cumin
1 TBSP of ground coriander
1 TSP of ground pepper
¼ TSP of ground cinnamon
Pinch of ground cloves
½ TSP of salt
5 cloves of garlic – grated
Stir with a whisk until fully mixed (about 30 seconds).
1.2.
Then, put about 2/3 of the mixture into a small food container and place it in the refrigerator for later sauce preparation.
1.3.
Leave the remaining ⅓ in a mixing bowl for the following step.
2. Tofu & chickpeas preparation:
2.1.
Unpack the tofu, drain excessive liquid, dice (about ¾” dice), and place to the bowl with seasoning mix.
2.2.
Drain liquid from chickpeas and place it in the bowl with seasoning mix.
2.3.
Thoroughly but gently fold together with a spatula.
2.4.
Put aside for later steps (no marinating time necessary).
3. Sauce:
3.1. Preheat stir fry pan on medium-high heat with 2 TBSP of frying oil and add:
1 medium onion – finely chopped
Sauté with occasional stirring until onions are glossy (about 2 – 3 minutes).
3.2. Add:
4 cups of tomatoes
2 TBSP of ground cardamom
1 TSP of crushed pepper flakes
1 TBSP of dried cilantro
½ TSP of salt
1 ¾ cups of heavy cream
Seasoning mixture from the small food container
Thoroughly stir them together.
4.3.
Bring it to a simmer (about 195°F) with occasional stirring.
3.4. Lower heat to medium and let it simmer for about 10 minutes with occasional stirring.
Tip:
If the sauce thickens too much during any cooking phase, consider adding water followed by vigorous stirring until fully combined (¼ cup at a time).
3.5.
Then, by using an immersion blender, briefly process the sauce while still cooking (about 30 – 60 seconds).
4. Finalize:
4.1.
Add tofu and chickpeas and briefly stir together.
4.2.
Then let it simmer on medium heat with occasional stirring until all ingredients are nicely blended (about 5 – 10 minutes).
4.3.
Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.
5. Serve:
5.1.
Serve over rice, Indian rice, and with garlic naan.
* Check with a food thermometer to make sure that you have reached the minimum recommended safe serving temperature for poultry of 165°F.
Kitchen Guide
Poultry
The USDA minimum safe internal temperature is 165°F.
The popular serving temperature is the same as the minimum serving temperature.
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