Vegetarian Butter Chicken (Tofu)

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:36:06 GMT

Step 1

Wrap the tofu block with absorbent paper and place between two chopping boards, adding a few books on top of the top board to add pressure. Set aside at least 30 minutes to release all the tofu moisture.

Step 2

Cut the tofu block into thin slices (about 1 cm). Then pull apart the tofu slices to create irregular pieces of tofu - this mimics chicken texture the best! but you can also simply cube the tofu slices if preferred.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients: yogurt, minced garlic, garam masala, turmeric, and salt.

Step 5

Add the tofu chunks into the marinade and combine with a spoon.

Step 6

Lay the tofu pieces onto the prepared baking sheet into a single layer, make sure the tofu pieces don't touch each other or overlap.

Step 7

Bake on the center rack for 20-30 minutes, flipping them halfway. Meanwhile, prepare the curry sauce

Step 8

Chop the onion and glaze for 3-5 mins in 2 Tbs Butter over medium heat until almost browned. Meanwhile slice the garlic and ginger in thin slices. Put cayenne pepper, garam masala, paprika powder and cinnamon together in a little bowl for the next step

Step 9

Add the garlic and the spices and let them release their aromatics until it starts to smell wonderfully :D (1 min max)

Step 10

Add ginger and tomato purree and bring to a slight simmer. Let it simmer at a medium low temperature for twenty minutes, occasionally stirring.

Step 11

Add the Butter, Honey and the heavy cream, incorporating it while stirring and let simmer another 3-5 minutes.

Step 12

Take the tofu off the baking sheet and mix it into the curry, letting it heat up for anothe 2 minutes.

Step 13

enjoy :D

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