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Vegan Butter Tofu

Creamy Vegan Butter Tofu that Wows in Just 30 Minutes

This Creamy Vegan Butter Tofu is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights, showcasing plant-based goodness in a luscious cashew sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cashew Sauce
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Soaked in boiling water
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk Or water for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Or vegetable oil for sautéing
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium White Onion Finely diced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Mild Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
For the Main Dish
  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes
  • 14 ounces Firm or Extra-Firm Tofu Pressed and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper To taste
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup Can use agave syrup

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender
  • large skillet
  • Heavy object for pressing tofu

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Press the firm or extra-firm tofu to remove excess moisture and let it sit for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Soak the raw cashews in boiling water for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Blend soaked cashews with almond milk until smooth, adjusting to achieve a heavy cream consistency.
  4. In a large skillet, heat coconut oil and sauté ginger, garlic, and onion until fragrant.
  5. Add the spices and toast them for 1-2 minutes to release flavors.
  6. Combine canned tomatoes, maple syrup, and cubed tofu, then stir in blended cashew cream. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, then serve hot over rice or with naan. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pressing the tofu enhances flavor absorption. Soak cashews for creaminess. Customize with veggies as desired.

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