Indian Spiced Peas with Tofu
Photograph by Alexandra Simpson
As part of Saagara’s Spicy Muse Project, we want to celebrate Stress Awareness Month by helping you conquer your stress. We will be posting one stress-relieving recipe a day we have collected from various sources that have inspired us. Enjoy!
This recipe comes from Whole Foods Market. I made this for dinner a few nights ago, and wow—it’s spicy and filling. So make sure to make this on a hungry night. It would be great for a dinner party or during a week where you know you’ll need leftovers. Ingredients such as peas are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Peas are also a environmentally-friendly food as they actually help the soil they grow in.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 1 (14-ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained, patted dry and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 yellow onions, very thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
- 1 (1-pound) bag frozen green peas, thawed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (1-pound) package frozen cooked jasmine rice, prepared according to package directions
Method
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, toss tofu with cornstarch to coat, shake off any excess and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet, add onions and ginger and cook, stirring often, until golden brown. Add garam masala and tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Add water or broth, peas and tofu, reduce heat, cover and gently simmer for 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper, then spoon over rice and serve.
Nutrition
Per serving (about 17oz/496g-wt.): 380 calories (90 from fat), 11g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 54g total carbohydrate (7g dietary fiber, 12g sugar), 15g protein
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