“Butter Tofu” or Paneer Butter Masala | audreylillian
“Butter Tofu” or Paneer Butter Masala
45 mins prepServes 4
If butter chicken is one of your favorite Indian dishes then this is a great meatless alternative to make! This recipe is designed to be easy, so truly anyone can make it successfully.
1. Preheat oven to 400F. Press tofu for 20 minutes to release water. Break into bite sized pieces. Mix together marinade ingredients in a bowl and add in the tofu. Let sit for 20-30 minutes.
2. Bake tofu in the oven for 30-45 minutes until crispy.
3. Make butter sauce. Heat some oil in a large pot or medium skillet. Add your garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes. While cooking, blend together your diced tomatoes, bell pepper and garlic until puréed. Add to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes.
4. Add in your spices and cook for a minute. Pour in the coconut cream and mix well. Add your water, bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Add in maple syrup.
5. Once the tofu is done, add into the curry and mix well. Adjust taste as needed. Serve over rice and with naan. Enjoy!!! 🤍
