My family loves trying foods and flavors from around the world. When my husband and I spent a few days in NYC, we stayed in a hotel near a Halal food cart. The line there was always soooo long. When we came home, I was determined to make tofu that was Middle Eastern inspired. This meal then became a favorite in our home. It tastes amazing and it is easy to assemble and bake. One of the things I love about cooking with tofu is that the tofu takes on the flavor of the sauce, making the sauce the real star of this recipe. Enjoy this easy and flavorful meal with your family!
How to Make Middle Eastern Tofu with Turmeric Rice
Equipment Needed:
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Turmeric Rice:
In a rice cooker, add the rice and the remainder of the ingredients. Stir briefly and then turn on the rice cooker. Depending on the model of rice cooker, it takes anywhere from 30-45 minutes.
Tofu and Sauce:
Drain the tofu and press out the water. Cut into small cubes and set aside.
In a glass mixing bowl (or in the glass baking dish), add the spices, yogurt, oil, lemon juice, and milk. Stir until blended and smooth. Add the tofu and stir to cover.
Pour the tofu and sauce into a glass baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Serve over the turmeric rice and enjoy!
Middle Eastern Tofu with Turmeric Rice
Description
Bursting with savory goodness, this Middle Eastern inspired tofu is easy to make, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, and high in protein. Enjoy the flavors of the world!
Ingredients
Turmeric Rice
Tofu and Sauce
Instructions
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Turmeric Rice
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In a rice cooker, add the rice and the remainder of the ingredients. Stir briefly and then turn on the rice cooker. Depending on the model of rice cooker, it takes anywhere from 30-45 minutes.
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Tofu and Sauce
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Drain the tofu and press out the water. Cut into small cubes and set aside.
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In a glass mixing bowl (or in the glass baking dish), add the spices, yogurt, oil, lemon juice, and milk. Stir until blended and smooth. Add the tofu and stir to cover.
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Pour the tofu and sauce into a glass baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Serve over the turmeric rice and enjoy!
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 290kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 0g
- Protein 17g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If you can find extra protein tofu in your grocery store, this is a perfect recipe to use it with.
