Grilled Tofu With Spiced Bell Pepper Quinoa Recipe

About this recipe

A delightful fusion of grilled tofu paired with spiced quinoa and bell peppers, offering a vibrant and satisfying dinner experience.

Ingredients

• - Mori-Nu Silken Firm Tofu
• - Forest Whole Foods Organic White Quinoa
• 1 piece Yellow Bell Pepper
• NaN Aroy-D Coconut Milk
• 1 Kg Tomatoes 1kg
• - Coriander Seeds Catering Size
• - Sunita Lemon Juice Organic
• 1 L Olive Oil – Organic
• - Natco Black Pepper Whole
• 500 G Fresh Vine Tomato 500g
• 1 Bunch Coriander - Bunch
• Each Pepper Red- Each
• 1 Lemon - 1 Each
• - Mccormick Cumin Powder
• 400 g Trs Turmeric Powder 400G
• 100 G Natco Paprika Powder
• 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
• 400G Whole Chickpeas In Water

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness and set it aside.
2. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan, add the quinoa, and toast it lightly for 2 minutes.
3. 3. Add 250 ml of water, coconut milk, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt to the quinoa. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until cooked.
4. 4. While the quinoa is cooking, slice the red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and dice the tomatoes finely.
5. 5. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan, add the bell peppers, tomatoes, paprika, and black pepper. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender.
6. 6. Cut the firm tofu into thick slices, pat them dry, and season with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
7. 7. Heat a grill pan or regular pan over medium heat and grill the tofu slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
8. 8. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in the stir-fried peppers and tomatoes.
9. 9. Plate the spiced bell pepper quinoa, and top it with the grilled tofu slices for a vibrant presentation.
10. 10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve warm with an optional wedge of lemon on the side.