Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Tofu (Soy-Bean Curd) with Spinach

Ingredients

1 lb Tofu(Bean curd) cut in 1/2 inch cubes
1 lb Spinach fresh or frozen
1-2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
2 tsp curry powder
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 green chillies chopped(optional)
2 cloves of garlic minced(optional)
4-5 curry leaves(optional)
1 tbsp soy sauce

Method                                                                                 

  • Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a shallow pan, under medium heat.
  • Add the tofu cubes and fry until light brown on both sides. Remove the tofu from the pan.
  • Add the remaining tbsp of oil to the pan and lower the flame.
  • Next add the chilli powder, curry powder and the turmeric and fry for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the onion, the curry leaves,the garlic and the green chillies and fry for another 4 minutes.
  • Now, add the spinach to the pan and fry for about 1-2 minutes.
  • Next, add the fried tofu and stir carefully. If you used fresh spinach then you will need to add about 1/4 cup of water to the pan. Stir in the Soy sauce and add salt to taste.
  • Serves 5-7

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