Tofu & Quinoa Stir-Fry With Coconut Masala Recipe

Indian cuisine · 330 calories

About this recipe

A fragrant stir-fry combining protein-packed tofu and quinoa with a creamy coconut masala. Perfect for a wholesome and satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

  • 100 g Quinoa
  • 200 ml Coconut Milk
  • 500 g Onion
  • - Tomato Ketchup
  • 250g Green Chilli
  • loose Ginger
  • 100 g Garlic
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • 50 g Cumin Powder
  • 100 g Salt
  • 200 ml Mustard Oil
  • - Coriander Powder

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly and cook in boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2. Drain and press tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
  3. 3. Heat oil in a pan, add chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chili, and sauté until fragrant.
  4. 4. Add diced tomato and cook until softened, forming a thick base.
  5. 5. Stir in turmeric, cumin, coriander powder, and salt, mixing well to coat the masala base evenly.
  6. 6. Pour coconut milk into the pan, stirring to create a creamy sauce, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. 7. Add tofu cubes to the pan and gently mix to coat them in the masala.
  8. 8. Fold in the cooked quinoa and stir well to combine with the masala and tofu.
  9. 9. Adjust seasoning if needed and cook for another 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
  10. 10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving warm.