Tofu Tikka With Minted Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A flavorful dish featuring marinated tofu grilled to perfection, paired with aromatic minted rice for a satisfying and wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

• 125 ml Flavoured Yogurt Drink - Mango
• 300 g Ginger Paste
• - Garlic Paste
• 45 g Garam Masala
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 250 ml Lemon Juice Concentrate
• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. 2. Mix yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl to form the marinade.
3. 3. Coat the tofu cubes with the marinade and let them rest for 15 minutes.
4. 4. Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear, then soak it for 10 minutes.
5. 5. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, letting them sizzle for a few seconds.
6. 6. Add the soaked rice, water, and salt to the pan, then bring it to a boil before reducing the heat to low.
7. 7. Cover the pan and cook the rice for 12-15 minutes until fluffy, then stir in chopped mint leaves.
8. 8. Preheat a grill pan or tawa and lightly grease it with oil.
9. 9. Place the marinated tofu pieces on the grill and cook until golden brown, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
10. 10. Serve the grilled tofu tikka on a plate alongside the minted rice.