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Roasted tofu with spicy tomato sauce served
Golden tofu cubes coated in a thick, spicy tomato and cumin sauce

Pan-Fried Tofu in Spicy Tomato Sauce

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Main Courses
Many complain that tofu is tasteless and rubbery. The secret is 'crust' and 'flavour'. First we fry the tofu until crispy (giving structure), then toss in a thick, spicy tomato sauce. Frying spices in oil ('blooming') is essential for flavours to come alive.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 85 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International, Vegan

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Non-stick frying pan
  • Kitchen paper (for pressing)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soya

Instructions

1 ✓

Wrap tofu in kitchen paper and press out excess water. Dice it.

Tip: The drier the surface, the crispier the crust [Maillard reaction].
2 ✓

Fry tofu cubes in hot oil on all sides until golden brown, then remove.

Tip: Be patient, don't move constantly. If it sticks, the crust isn't ready yet.
3 ✓

In remaining oil, sauté onion, then add garlic and spices for 30 seconds.

Tip: Spices dissolve in fat, making flavour intense. Careful, paprika burns quickly and becomes bitter!
4 ✓

Pour in tomato, season with sugar (against acidity), and cook until thick. Finally, toss in fried tofu.

Tip: Only add tofu before serving to maintain crunchiness in sauce.

Recipe FAQ

Why isn't the tofu browning?
It remained too wet. You must thoroughly blot moisture before frying, otherwise it just steams.

Ingredients

  • 600 g Tofu (firm type)
  • 400 ml Tomato purée (passata)
  • 1 whole Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 4 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 pinch Sugar