How long does Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala keep in the fridge?

Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala keeps 3 to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water; the flavours actually deepen overnight. We do not recommend freezing tempered dishes since the spices dull after thaw.

Can I make Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala ahead of time?

Yes. Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala is a great make-ahead dish. Cook it fully, cool to room temperature, and refrigerate. Most north indian vegan dishes taste better the next day once the masala has had time to meld.

What can I serve with Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala?

Classic pairings include rice, roti. For a complete north indian thali, add a dal, a dry sabzi, papad, and a sweet ending.

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Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala

Name: Vegan Tofu Tikka Masala
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 26 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North Indian
Ingredients: 450 g extra-firm tofu, in 1-inch cubes; 0.5 cup thick coconut yoghurt; 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; 1.5 tsp Kashmiri chilli, for marinade; 1 tsp garam masala, for marinade; 1 tsp kasuri methi; 1 tbsp oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 medium tomatoes, pureed; 0.25 cup cashew cream (cashews + water blitzed); 1.5 tsp red chilli, for gravy; 1 tbsp coriander powder; 2 tbsp vegan butter or coconut oil; 1 tsp salt

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Charred & simmered

Time: 40 min
Serves: 4
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 25 g

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Method

1Press tofu under weight 15 minutes; cube and wipe dry.
2Marinate in coconut yoghurt with ginger-garlic, Kashmiri chilli, garam masala, methi and salt for 20 minutes.
3Brown quickly in a grill pan on high till deeply charred on all faces; reserve.
4Fry onion in vegan butter till golden, add tomato puree, chilli, coriander powder; cook till oil rises.
5Stir in cashew cream; gently bubble 4 minutes till silky.
6Add charred tofu, gently bubble 3 minutes, finish with crushed methi and a drizzle of cashew cream.

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All the comfort of paneer tikka masala without dairy; firm tofu carries the marinade.

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