My Kids love Tofu / Soya. They were bored of the usual gravy that I always make. As it was long weekend, my kids wanted to eat something nice and yummy. I was also in a mood to cook some new dish.
This experiment was successful. Got a thumbs up from my Hubby, Parents and my greatest critics ie my boys. They always give an honest opinion and that encourages me to try different recipes and also experiment.
Recipe for Balti Tofu/Soya in Roasted Bell Pepper Gravy
Ingredients:
150 Gms firm Tofu / Soya cut into cubes
1 Green Bell Pepper (Big)
1 Yellow Bell Pepper(Big)
1 Tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 Tsp Kitchen King Masala/ Garam Masala
1 Tsp Jeera/ Cumin
Salt to Taste
¼ Tsp Haldi/ Turmeric
3 Onions ( Medium Size) cut into pcs
4 Red Tomatoes( Medium Size) cut into pcs
½ Tsp Ginger Paste
½ Tsp Garlic Paste
20 Cashews
Chopped Corriander to Garnish
8 Pepper Corns
Salt to Taste
1 Tsp Oil
For Marinaton:
½ Tsp Chilli powder
¼ Tsp Amchur/Mango Powder
¼ Tsp Coarse Pepper powder
¼ Tsp Garam Masala
¼ tsp of Oil
Method:
Marinate the Soya Cubes by adding all the ingredients and leave it for 25 Mins.
Roast Green and Yellow bell peppers on direct flame and keep it aside. Do not peel the skin.
Heat ½ tsp of oil in a wok. Add Pepper Corns, Cashews and Ginger Garlic Paste. Saute for 1 min. Add onions and roast till they turn slightly brown. Add the tomatoes and mix well. Leave it on a low flame for 5 mins. Switch off the flame and let the mixture cool.
Once the mixture has cooled, add the roasted bell peppers and grind . The mixture should be slightly coarse. The mixture for Gravy is ready.
Heat ½ Tsp oil in a wok. Add Jeera /Cumin, Haldi/Turmeric, Chilli Powder and Kitchen King Masala/Garam Masala. Ensure it does not burn. Add he Marinated tofu/ Soya and roast for 10 mins on Low flame. Add the Bell pepper onion paste and salt. Let it simmer on low flame for 8 mins.
Switch off the flame and serve hot with Rotis/Phulkas.
Notes: In case you don’t like Soya, you can substitute it with Potatoes, Paneer or meat.
That sounds interesting, with the roasted peppers. We’re coming into pepper season, and I may find myself with a basket of them – I’ll make a note of this!
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Looks so amazing, Preeti.. Tofu really intimidates a lot.. but u make it look really easy to make it delicious.. thanks for sharing
Thank you Fareeha.
Loving the use of Tofu in an Indian inspired dish, something I have not seen before… I would love to experiment a little more with tofu as it has only been in the last few years that I have eaten stuff with it in that I like, unfortunately it is not available over here very often 🙁
Thank you Brian. Do give your feedback whenever you try.
This dish does look good! I’m sure, I’d like to try it someday,
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Madiha. Do give your feedback whenever you try.
Oh that Roasted Pepper Gravy looks lush. Can’t wait to try it
Thank you.
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Lovely dish !
Tofu with al the spice blends sounds tempting 🙂
Thank you.
Such a delicious and spicy Balti Tofu. Rich in protein, this recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy tofu with Indian flavors. Definitely want to they this recipe when I get some firm tofu.
I don’t like the taste of tofu but your balti tofu in roasted bell pepper sauce looks so delicious. Savings in my wish list and will try it soon
I don’t like the taste of tofu but your balti tofu in roasted bell pepper gravy looks so delicious. Savings in my wish list and will try it soon
Such a yum balti tofu! Now your method of marination I am sure the malasa will go right inside the tofu. That is the main complaint in my place. I will try making this yum dish this Sunday!
Personally I don’t like tofu but I’ll try this sauce recipe with simple paneer. Looks so amazing, Preeti. This look really easy to make it delicious. That’s true kids always inspired us to try something new in kitchen.such a cool
name of the dish, lovely share Preethi 🙂
Soya in place of Tofu may be totally accepted at home. this marination masala sounds so delish to try out, Preethi!