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Tofu Curry with Quinoa and Zoodles

Author : Ashley Madden
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Keyword: curry, tofu, zucchini
My cravings led me to this easy vegan curry tofu bowl. It's high in protein and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients!

Equipment

  • BLENDER

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (12-14 oz/340-397 g) package extra firm tofu
  • 3 medium-large zucchini
  • 1 cup dry quinoa (dry=uncooked)
  • Cashew Curry Sauce
  • ½ cup raw cashews soaked in water for 1-4 hours
  • 1 cup unsweetened plain almond milk (or unsweetened soy milk)
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon arrowroot starch
  • ¾ teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ½ inch knob of ginger
  • ½ teaspoon sea or Himalayan salt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Drain the tofu, wrap in a clean dishtowel and lay a weighted object on top (like a pot or plate) and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Cook the quinoa according to directions. Keep covered and warm on the stove once cooked.
  • Preheat to oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. Unwrap the tofu and dice into 1-inch cubes and transfer the tofu to the parchment-lined pan. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 25 minutes or until the tofu is browned and firm.
  • Meanwhile, make the cashew curry sauce. Drain the cashews and add them and all other sauce ingredients to a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Transfer to a medium-sized pot and set aside
  • Cut the zucchini into spirals or julienned strips using a julienne peeler or a spiralizer, set aside.
  • When the tofu is just about done, warm the curry sauce on low heat, stirring until it thickens a little (do not boil!). Then add the tofu to the sauce and toss.
  • Now assemble your bowl! Divide your bowls into three sections made up of the quinoa, zucchini and curried tofu. Garnish with sprouts, cashews, sesame seeds and/or green onion.

Notes

Don’t soak the cashews longer than 8 hours or they will develop a bitter taste.
Keyword curry, tofu, zucchini
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