Chilli Tofu

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Tofu is made from soyabean curd. It is naturally gluten free and low in calories. It contains no cholesterol and is packed with proteins, iron and calcium. If tofu is not readily available or if you do not prefer it, you may replace it with store bought or homemade paneer cubes.

Ingredients:

Servings - 4

Firm Tofu - 1 packet

( If using paneer then

paneer cubes - 400 gms)

 Capsicum - 1 small chopped

Onion - 2 medium diced

Ginger - 1" piece chopped

Garlic - 2 tsp chopped

Green chillies - 2 slit

Crushed pepper - 1 tsp

Soya sauce - 2 tsp

Tomato sauce - 1 tsp ( optional)

Olive oil - 2 tsp

Water - 2 tbsp 

Salt as per taste

Method:

• Dice the tofu into rectangular or square cubes as shown in the pic.
• Heat oil in a pan, add the diced onions, chopped ginger and garlic. 
• Fry till golden brown on high heat.
• Reduce heat to medium and add capsicum, slit green chillies and fry till done.
• Care should be taken not to over cook the capsicum and so as to retain its crunchiness.
• Pour in the soya sauce and water and stir well for a few seconds.
• Add in the tomato sauce and stir further, till the veggies are coated well.
• Salt and crushed pepper can be added at this point.

• Drop in the tofu and mix gently till well coated.
• Cover and keep on low flame for 5 mins, so that the tofu absorbs the sauces.
• Open and give a quick gentle stir on high flame.
• Garnish with chopped capsicum and serve hot as starters or as an accompaniment  with fried rice.

Note:

• Care should be taken while adding salt because both soya as well tomato sauce have salt in them.
• Do not over stir the tofu else it will crumble and get mushy.
• Since tofu has a bland taste,this recipe tastes best when it is made a little spicy.
• If you are using paneer then you can tawa fry the pieces before adding.

Happy Cooking!!