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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

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    Ground Cumin

    tablespoons

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    Turmeric Powder

    tablespoons

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    Firm Tofu

    0 oz

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    Unsalted Butter

    0.25 sticks

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    Yellow Onions

    each

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    Ground Chile Powder

    teaspoons

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    Fresh Ginger

    tablespoons

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    Garlic Clove

    each

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    Whole Peeled Tomatoes

    0 oz

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    Cinnamon Stick

    each

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    Paprika

    teaspoons

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    Fine Sea Salt

    teaspoons

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    Heavy Cream

    cups

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    Scallions

    each

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    Cilantro Leaves And Tender Stems

    cups

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    Naan

    to taste

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    Basmati Rice

    to taste

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    Yogurt

    to taste

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    Quartered Cucumbers

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    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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