Dive into this flavorful, Indian-inspired Lentil and Tofu Korma, specifically designed for those in search of high-protein plant-based meals. With the nourishing power of lentils and tofu combined with the aromatic spices of a traditional korma, and accented by tender roasted cauliflower, this dish provides a satisfying and delicious culinary experience!
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Tofu 'Chicken' Chunks:
๐ง Firm tofu (brand as available) โ 400 g
๐ฝ Cornflour โ 3 tsp
๐ซ Olive oil โ 1 tbsp
๐ง Nutritional yeast (nooch; brand as available) โ 2 tsp
๐ Turmeric โ 1/4 tsp
๐ Curry powder โ 1/2 tsp
๐ง Garlic powder โ 1/4 tsp
๐ง Salt โ 1/3 tsp
๐ Lime juice โ 1 tbsp
Roasted Cauliflower:
๐ฅฆ Cauliflower โ 1/2 large or 1 small, broken into florets
๐ซ Olive oil โ 1.5 tbsp
๐ฟ Cumin (ground) โ 1 tsp
๐ฟ Coriander (ground) โ 1 tsp
๐ Turmeric โ 1/3 tsp
๐ถ๏ธ Chili โ Pinch
๐ง Salt and โซ Black pepper โ To taste
Creamy Sauce:
๐ฅ Cashews (soaked) โ 30 g
๐ฐ Almonds (soaked) โ 20 g
๐ฅฃ Silken tofu (brand as available) โ 290 g
๐ง Nutritional yeast (nooch) โ 1/3 cup
๐ Lemon juice โ From 1 lemon
๐ง Salt โ 1/4 tsp
๐ง Garlic powder โ 1/2 tsp
๐ Turmeric โ Pinch
๐ Curry powder โ Pinch
โซ Black pepper โ To taste
Whole Spices:
๐ฟ Coriander seeds โ 1 tsp
๐ฟ Cumin seeds โ 1 tsp
๐ธ Green cardamom seeds โ From 4 pods
Main Body:
๐ซ Olive oil โ 2 tbsp
๐ง
White onion โ 1, diced
๐ซ Ginger โ 4 cm piece, grated
๐ง Garlic cloves โ 4, grated
๐ถ๏ธ Red chili โ 1, deseeded & finely chopped (optional)
๐งก Garam masala โ 1 tsp
๐ฟ Coriander (ground) โ 1 tsp
๐ Sweet curry powder โ 1 tsp
๐ถ๏ธ Kashmiri chili powder โ 1/2 tsp (optional)
๐ Turmeric โ 1 tsp
๐ธ Ground cardamom โ 1/3 tsp
๐ฐ Cinnamon stick โ 1/2 stick
๐ง Salt โ Pinch
โซ Black pepper โ Pinch
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Tomatoes โ 4 medium, grated
๐ซ Cooked lentils โ 235 g
๐ง Water โ 100 ml (+ 150 ml if not using organic tinned lentils)
To Serve:
Pickled pink onion
Fresh coriander
Creamy sauce for drizzle
Nigella seeds
Sourdough bread slices
1- Preheat and Soak:
2- Prepare Tofu 'Chicken' Chunks:
3- Roast Cauliflower:
4- Blend Creamy Sauce:
5- Prepare Whole Spices:
6- Cook Korma:
7- Combine and Serve:
Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 45 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 540
Protein: 39 g
Fat: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 7 g
Equipment:
Cooking Tips:
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