Vegan Ghee Roast Tofu and Spicy Vegetables

Crafting a flavourful and satisfying weeknight dinner doesn’t have to be a time-consuming affair. This recipe for Vegan Ghee Roast Tofu and Spicy Vegetables offers a complete and robust meal, perfect for evenings when you’re seeking something delicious yet quick. With firm tofu absorbing the rich, intense flavours and fresh vegetables adding a vibrant touch, this dish is designed to be your reliable mid-week hero, ready in under half an hour. It’s a testament to how simple, wholesome ingredients can come together to create a truly memorable and stress-free dining experience.

Quick Overview

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 18 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 8.8 oz (250g) firm or extra-firm natural tofu
• 1 medium red pepper
• 1 medium yellow pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.8 inch (2cm) piece fresh ginger
• 1 fresh red chilli (or ½ tsp chilli powder)
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp tomato purée
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Fine salt, to taste
• Fresh chopped coriander, to garnish (optional)

Method

1. Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into approximate 0.8 inch (2cm) cubes and pat thoroughly dry with kitchen paper.
2. Prepare your vegetables: thinly slice the peppers and red onion into strips. Finely chop the garlic, ginger, and chilli.
3. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the tofu and pan-fry for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Transfer the tofu to a plate and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the remaining oil and sauté the onion and peppers for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened. Stir in the chopped garlic, ginger, and chilli, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the tomato purée and black pepper, mixing well. Add a couple of tablespoons of water or vegetable stock to create a sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld.
6. Return the tofu to the pan with the vegetables and sauce. Add the lemon juice and a pinch of salt, mixing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
7. Allow to simmer for another minute to heat through. Taste and adjust salt if necessary. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh coriander.

Serving & Leftovers

This Vegan Ghee Roast Tofu is excellent served hot, accompanied by basmati rice, quinoa, or naan bread. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. We recommend reheating gently in a pan or microwave.

Nutrition

Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.

One Last Thing

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