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Creamy Buttered Tofu Delight

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A rich and flavorful dish featuring marinated tofu in a creamy tomato-based sauce, garnished with fresh scallions and cilantro, served with naan, basmati rice, yogurt, and quartered cucumbers.

Ingredients for Creamy Buttered Tofu Delight

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Lemon Juice

tablespoons

Ground Cumin

tablespoons

Turmeric Powder

tablespoons

Unsalted Butter

0.25 sticks

Ground Chile Powder

teaspoons

Fresh Ginger

tablespoons

Paprika

teaspoons

Fine Sea Salt

teaspoons

Naan

to taste

Basmati Rice

to taste

Yogurt

to taste

Quartered Cucumbers

to taste

How to Make Creamy Buttered Tofu Delight

1. Prepare the Tofu

Whisk together the lemon juice, cumin, 1 heaping tablespoon of turmeric, and 1 tablespoon of water in a large bowl. Drain the tofu, pat it dry, and cut it into bite-sized cubes. Toss the tofu in the turmeric marinade until well-coated, allowing it to sit at room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients or refrigerate up to a day.

2. Cook Onions and Spices

Melt the ghee or unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and chile powder, cooking for about 5 minutes until the onions turn translucent. Reduce the heat slightly and stir in the minced ginger and garlic, cooking for another 5 minutes to build a fragrant base.

3. Add Tomatoes and Spices

Add the whole peeled tomatoes, crushing them with your hands or a spoon as you add them to the pot. Include the cinnamon stick, paprika, sea salt, and the remaining teaspoon of turmeric. Let this mixture cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken to the consistency of a thick ragù. Using an immersion blender or transferring to a regular blender, blend the sauce until smooth.

4. Finish the Sauce

Return the blended sauce to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk. Gently fold in the marinated tofu, simmering for about 5 minutes so the tofu absorbs the rich flavors and takes on the color of the sauce.

5. Serve

Transfer the creamy tofu delight to a deep platter or large shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle it with thinly sliced scallions and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve this delightful dish with warm naan, basmati rice, a dollop of yogurt, and quartered cucumbers on the side.

Variations

Creamy Buttered Chicken Delight

Replace tofu with chicken breasts or thighs, cooking thoroughly before adding cream and spices.

Garlic Parmesan Delight

Include minced garlic and grated Parmesan for a classic flavor combination.

Creamy Buttered Shrimp Delight

Use shrimp instead of tofu, adjusting cooking times accordingly for a seafood variant.

Creamy Buttered Mushroom Delight

Use a variety of mushrooms like portobello, shiitake, or cremini in place of tofu for a vegetarian option.

Umami Enhancers

Stir in a spoonful of miso paste or a dash of soy sauce to deepen the umami character.

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