Super Greens and Tofu Curry
While many people focus on getting enough protein, fibre is just as essential for gut health and overall well-being. This dish is a perfect balance of both, with baked tofu adding a satisfying texture and a rich, spiced green sauce that’s full of flavour.
Takes 35 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients
Baked Tofu
- 500 g 2 cups firm tofu, cut into 1cm (0.4 inch) cubes
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil
Sauce Ingredients
- 10 g 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 250 g 4 cups fresh baby spinach or greens of choice (we used baby kale and spinach)
- 400 ml 1 ⅔ cups vegetable stock
- Juice of ½ lemon about 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 1 red onion peeled and finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon oil
Serving Suggestions
- Cooked rice
- Red sauerkraut
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu: Cut the firm tofu into 1cm (0.4 inch) cubes and place in a bowl. Add tamari or soy sauce and oil, then mix well to coat evenly.
- Bake the tofu: Preheat the oven or air fryer to 200°C (392°F). Spread the tofu evenly on a baking tray and bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring once or twice, until golden brown.
- Blend the sauce: In a blender or food processor, add fresh ginger, garlic, baby spinach or greens, vegetable stock, lemon juice, cumin seeds, garam masala, curry powder, tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the base: Heat a frying pan over high heat. Once hot, add oil followed by the finely sliced red onion. Fry for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
- Combine and cook: Add the baked tofu and blended sauce to the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, lemon juice, or sweetener if needed.
- Serve: Plate up the curry with freshly cooked rice and a side of red sauerkraut for a delicious and healthy meal!