Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

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ThisVegan Tandoori Tofu is:

  • super easy to make
  • spicy and fragrant
  • perfect for grilling!

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I always used to get Tandoori Chicken at Indian restaurants, and so was keen to make a delicious vegan version of this dish. And I was so happy with the results: this Vegan Tandoori Tofu is smoky, sweet, tangy and spicy and packed with all the amazing flavours of the traditional dish.

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If you're worried about the tofu part, I can assure you that this dish is anything but bland, thanks to the flavour-packed marinade, which is made using:

  • cool, creamy coconut yogurt
  • tangy lemon juice
  • sticky agave syrup
  • fragrant garlic and ginger
  • sweet, nutty desiccated coconut
  • smoky paprika
  • cheerful turmeric
  • earthy cumin
  • kaleidoscopic curry powder

This means this Tandoori Tofu is not only dairy-free, but also naturally gluten-free and refined sugar free too. If you're not into agave syrup, you can substitute it with any other sweetener, such as maple syrup.

But if you're still worried about using tofu, this dish works equally well using chickpeas instead of tofu!

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Once you've left your tofu to marinade, all that's left to do is to pan-fry it. It's also great for BBQs and grilling, and you can put the tofu cubes on skewers if you like.

This Vegan Tandoori Tofu works as a great appetiser on its own, but also goes so well with lots of other dishes, such as:

  • Yellow Turmeric Rice
  • Potato Pea Curry
  • Chickpea Kedgeree
  • Mango Daikon Radish Salad
  • Papaya Mint Lime Salad

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For more tofu recipes suitable for grilling, check out my:

  • Tofu Satay Skewers
  • Tofu Yakitori Skewers

And for a bigger range of different types of tofu recipes, you may find this round-up useful:

14 Easy Vegan Gluten-Free Tofu Recipes

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Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF)

ThisVegan Tandoori Tofu is super easy to make, spicy and fragrant and perfect for grilling!

4.09 from 12 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: vegan grilling recipe, vegan tandoori tofu

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 29 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 78kcal

Author: Rhian Williams

Ingredients

For the marinade:

  • 1 tablespoon coconut yogurt (or any other plant-based yogurt)
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 teaspoon agave syrup (or sub any other sweetener)
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder, to taste
  • Salt + pepper, to taste

For the tofu:

  • 400 g (14oz) firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or sub olive, rapeseed or vegetable)

To serve (optional):

  • Fresh coriander (cilantro), finely chopped

Instructions

  • Mix together all the ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl

  • Pat tofu dry with a paper towel and cut into small cubes

  • Place the tofu cubes in the bowl with the marinade, making sure that every piece is covered in equal amounts of sauce (you can either cook this tofu immediately or covered and put in the fridge to leave to marinate for up to 12 hours)

  • To cook the tofu, heat up the oil in a large wide-bottomed frying pan and add the tofu once hot

  • Fry the tofu for about 7 minutes on each side, or until crispy, golden brown and slightly caramelised

  • Sprinkle with chopped coriander to serve, if desired

Notes

This Tandoori Tofu also works well cooked on a BBQ or grill. You can put the tofu cubes on skewers, and if using wooden skewers make sure to soak them in water first before cooking.

Here are some serving suggestions for this Tandoori Tofu:

  • Yellow Turmeric Rice
  • Potato Pea Curry
  • Chickpea Kedgeree
  • Mango Daikon Radish Salad
  • Papaya Mint Lime Salad

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 78

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Anonymous

    Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF) - Rhian's Recipes (10)
    What a fantastic recipe (and an all-round fantastic blog!), thanks Rhian!

    Reply

    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you!

  2. sara

    Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF) - Rhian's Recipes (11)
    Lovely! 🙂 🙂

    Reply

    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you so much!

  3. Isabella

    Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF) - Rhian's Recipes (12)
    I made this tonight with Jasmine rice and put it in lettuce cups. So delicious! I doubled the marinade BTW. My bf loved it too.

    Reply

    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you so much, so glad you liked it!

Vegan Tandoori Tofu (GF) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What not to mix with tofu? ›

I love tofu and spinach, but she told me not to mix the two because calcium in tofu will react to oxalate in the spinach and promotes the formation of kidney stones.

What is tandoori tofu made of? ›

Tandoori tofu is tender, juicy and wonderfully firm with the gorgeous flavours of the marinade complementing it beautifully. Our signature marinade is made from vegan curd infused with Indian spices like khaskhas and kasoori methi and a touch of mustard oil. Need we say more?

Why can't you eat spinach with tofu? ›

- It is said that tofu cannot be eaten together with spinach at the same time. As tofu and spinach contain calcium and oxalic acid respectively, the combination of the two will form kidney stones. But in fact, only prolonged and volumionous consumption of tofu and spinach at the same time will pose this risk.

Why can't you eat a lot of tofu? ›

Still, tofu and other soy products also make some people wary because isoflavones function like a weak form of the hormone estrogen. But concerns that soy can cause infertility or other problems in men are "not based on science at all," Sun said. Similarly, the American Cancer Society sees no dangers from eating soy.

Is tofu healthy than chicken? ›

Tofu nutrition. This meatless option is a staple for vegetarians, and rightfully so. It boasts more fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and folate than chicken and contains fewer calories.

Why do Asians use tofu? ›

Much of tofu's early use in East Asia was as a vegetarian substitute for meat and fish by Buddhist monks, especially those following Zen Buddhism. The earliest Japanese document concerning tofu refers to the dish being served as an offering at the Kasuga Shrine in Nara in 1183.

What is tofu called in Indian food? ›

Soya paneer is another word for tofu, which is made from the curd of soy milk whereas paneer is made from curdled animal-based milk.

What can I combine tofu with? ›

There's lot of different sides that go well with tofu. Tofu is a versatile plant-based protein source that can be eaten with grains (rice, quinoa, barley, and more), pasta, veggies (stir fry, air fried, roasted, and more), on top of salads, and in buddha bowls.

Is tofu a high inflammatory food? ›

Tofu and tempeh.

Studies suggest people who eat soy-based foods have lower odds of inflammation-related diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. Nuts and legumes, Tree nuts like almonds and walnuts, along with peanuts, are rich in unsaturated fats, along with anti-inflammatory vitamins and minerals.

Can we eat tofu and egg together? ›

Yes, you can eat eggs and soya chunks together. Both eggs and soya chunks are good sources of protein, and consuming them together can help meet your daily protein requirements. You can add boiled or scrambled eggs to your soya chunk curry or stir-fry for a balanced meal.

Is it OK to eat eggs with tofu? ›

Quick, easy, and healthy, Tofu and Eggs is the perfect meal for any weeknight dinner!

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