Tofu Bhurji

I use a lot of tofu in my cooking, it is a versatile ingredient. It is high in protein and calcium and well known for its ability to absorb new flavors through spices and marinades. I was inspired to make this dish from another food blog that i follow. the dish has the same texture as Egg bhurji, but has less calories and fat in it.

 

Ingredients:

 

• Approx. 3 cups Extra Firm tofu, grated
• 1 red onion finely chopped
• 1 cup Bell peppers (red,yellow and green mix for color) finely chopped
• 1 tomato finely diced
• 1/2 cup peas
• 1/4 cup tomato puree
• 2-3 green chillies to taste finely chopped
• 1tsp garam masala
• 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp coriander-cumin powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1-2 tsp tandoori masala (acc to taste)
• 1/2 tsp of each cinnamon n clove powder
• salt to taste
• few sprigs of cilantro for garnish

 

Method:

 

1. Place the grated tofu in a bowl. Make sure there is no water in them.
2. Add the spices (garam masala + turmeric + ginger garlic paste + coriander-cumin powder, paprika, tandoori masala) along with sliced chilli, 1/2 tbsp of Olive oil/vegetable oil and cilantro. Use your hands to toss them together until blended. Set aside covered for about 15-20 min.
3. In a skillet, add a little oil clove n cinnamon powder along with onions with little salt. Add cumin seeds – let it cook for another 1 min.,
4. Add the bell peppers, carrots and tomato and cook for another 2 min until they get soft.
5. Add the Puree and cook until the raw smell of the puree goes away . Add the Tofu and stir for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the peas and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Serve warm garnished with cilantro.