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Spicy Tofu Sambal

This authentic and simple Indian-style tofu sambal recipe is a spicy side dish you can add to your meal and can be prepared in just under 30 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
Keyword: indian recipes, tofu recipes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 450 g extra firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 dried red chillies
  • 2 medium tomatoes
  • 2 small shallots
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tbsp kashmiri chili powder (add more for more spice)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 4-5 kaffir lime leaves

Instructions

  • Soak the dry red chillies in hot water for 10 minutes.
  • Slice the tofu into squares and fry them in olive oil until crispy. You can also bake them at 200C for about 15-20 minutes or air fry them until crispy.
  • Chop garlic, shallots and tomatoes into small cubes and pan fry them in some olive oil until they are soft and mushy (fully cooked).
  • Add them to a high speed blender, along with the soaked chillies and a splash of chili water. Blend until you get a smooth paste.
  • Add back the paste into the pan and add kashmiri chili powder. Saute for a few minutes.
  • Then add water, salt, and coconut sugar. Stir until well combined.
  • Lastly, tear up the kaffir lime leaves along the stem and add them to the sauce. Stir for a minute, then add your tofu in and coat the sauce evenly.
  • Serve as it is, or with some spring onions / coriander and serve!