Saag Tofu Recipe

Saag refers to leafy greens, and this dish is a popular and nutritious way to enjoy tofu in Indian cuisine.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Saag Tofu Recipe

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 gram Tofu
• 300 gram Spinach
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 piece Green Chili
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and green chili until golden brown.
2. Add tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
3. Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
5. Blend the mixture to a smooth paste.
6. In the same pan, add oil and fry tofu until golden brown.
7. Pour the spinach mixture into the pan and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
9. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.