Paneer Ghee Roast – Spicy Pepper Sauce Tofu and Vegetables Recipe - Easily Prepare at Home
Hello dear food enthusiasts! Today we are sharing with you a vegan version of Paneer Ghee Roast, one of the famous flavors of Mangalore. This exquisite recipe, where spices dance, turns into a feast of flavors by integrating with tofu and vegetables. You can enrich this dish with curry leaves and various spices, and serve it with rice or naan bread if you wish. Let's get into the kitchen and prepare this delicious meal together!
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh Kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon tamarind extract (or tamarind chutney or 1 teaspoon tamarind paste)
- ¼ cup non-dairy yogurt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 curry leaves
- 200 grams extra firm tofu (pressed for at least 15 minutes)
- 1 cup chopped cauliflower florets (or more)
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- ½ cup chopped carrots
- ½ cup mushrooms (or more)
- 4 teaspoons oil (divided)
- 1½ cups chopped red onion
- 10 curry leaves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Water (if needed)
Let's start by roasting our spices. Take cumin, fennel, black pepper, and fenugreek seeds into a pan and roast for about 30 seconds. Believe me, this step greatly enhances the flavor!
Transfer the roasted spices to a blender, add red chili, coriander, garlic, tamarind, yogurt, and salt. Blend well. Your marinade is ready!
Preheat the oven to 210°C. Meanwhile, prepare the tofu and vegetables. Cut them into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.
Place the tofu and vegetables in a large bowl. Add half of the marinade, a little salt, and oil, and mix well. Spread on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes.
In a large pan, heat the remaining oil, add onions, curry leaves, and salt. Cook until the onions turn golden.
Add the remaining marinade and rinse the pan with a little water. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for a few more minutes.
Mix the baked tofu and vegetables with the sauce. Serve with your desired side dish. Enjoy your meal!
Paneer Ghee Roast – Spicy Pepper Sauce Tofu and Vegetables Recipe - Easily Prepare at Home Cooking Tips
Cutting tofu and vegetables to the same size ensures even cooking. Roasting spices enhances flavor, but you can skip this step if desired.
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