Tofu & Vegetable Curry
Perfect for colder nights when you want something that just satisfies your soul, this vegan, low FODMAP and gluten free curry is a winner. The flavours from the spices with the coconut cream give this curry a really unique flavour that you just can’t beat. I love pairing this with brown rice or some gluten free naan style breads to soak up that delicious sauce.
Serves: 4 people
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
Spice mix
1 teaspoon ginger
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon cayenne or ground chilli
Curry
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
300g firm tofu
2 teaspoons garlic infused olive oil
1 teaspoon asafoetida
1 large carrot peeled and chopped into medium sized rounds
1 small potato peeled chopped into medium sized rounds
350g canned diced tomatoes or passata
250ml coconut cream
1 medium zucchini chopped into medium sized rounds
Method:
In a small bowl combine ginger, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric and cayenne together. Set aside.
In a deep frypan on medium heat, add in extra virgin olive oil and tofu cooking for 5 - 8 minutes until tofu is nice and golden. Set tofu aside.
Add in garlic infused olive oil and asafoetida for 1 minute until fragrant. Add in spice mix and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add in carrot and potato, covering well with spices for 1 minute. Add in diced tomatoes and coconut cream and bring to a slow simmer on medium to low heat.
Allow to cook for 20 minutes until vegetables are becoming tender. Add in zucchini and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Stir through tofu for 2 minutes until heated. Add in lemon juice.
Serve on top of your favourite rice and top with slivered almonds (if desired) and fresh coriander.
If you’re currently in the elimination phase of the low FODMAP diet, or have already worked out your FODMAP triggers and are vegan, it can be really challenging to ensure you are getting enough protein. Many vegan sources of protein can be high in FODMAPs so it’s a tricky area to navigate. Take a look at our blog talking about low FODMAP vegan protein sources to help you enjoy your meals comfortably.