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Saag Tofu

Cubed tofu in a smooth spiced spinach sauce with ginger and garlic, served with basmati rice.

Ingredients

• 24 oz tofu firm, cubed
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp coriander ground
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 16 oz spinach
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 3/4 tsp salt

Steps

1. Cook the rice according to package directions.
2. Heat the oil in a large pot and cook the onion 6 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and spices for 1 minute.
3. Add the spinach in handfuls, cover and cook 5 minutes until wilted, then add 1/2 cup water and purée the mixture in a blender with the coconut milk and salt until smooth.
4. Return the sauce to the pot, add the tofu and simmer 10 minutes.
5. Serve over the rice.