Tangy Tofu And Rice Bowl With Masala Crunch Recipe

About this recipe

A zesty tofu stir-fry paired with fragrant rice and topped with crispy spiced chickpea crunch for a wholesome, protein-packed dinner.

Ingredients

• - Fresh Tofu
• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• - Baby Tomatoes
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Salt
• - Coriander Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse and soak the basmati rice for 10 minutes, then cook with 300ml water until fluffy.
2. 2. Cut tofu into cubes and marinate with turmeric, chili powder, and salt for 10 minutes.
3. 3. Heat oil in a pan, fry marinated tofu until golden, and set aside.
4. 4. In the same pan, sauté cumin seeds, chopped onions, and ginger-garlic paste until aromatic.
5. 5. Add chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, and adjust salt; cook until the mixture thickens.
6. 6. Mix in the fried tofu and simmer for 5 minutes, coating it well with the masala.
7. 7. Prepare chickpea crunch by mixing chickpea flour with chili powder and salt; fry in oil until crisp.
8. 8. Plate the cooked rice, top it with tofu masala, and sprinkle with crunchy chickpea bits.
9. 9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves for a burst of flavor.