vegan butter chicken

Certainly! Here’s a recipe for vegan butter chicken, which replaces the traditional chicken with plant-based ingredients:

Ingredients:

For the “Chicken” Marinade:

• 1 block of extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 1 cup plain vegan yogurt
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 tomatoes, pureed
• 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water for 2 hours
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Marinate the “Chicken”:
   • In a bowl, mix together the vegan yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and pepper.
   • Add the cubed tofu to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated.
   • Allow the tofu to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a blender, combine the soaked cashews and tomato puree. Blend until smooth.
   • In a large pan, melt vegan butter or coconut oil over medium heat.
   • Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
   • Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
   • Stir in turmeric, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chili powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
   • Pour in the cashew-tomato puree and cook until the mixture thickens.
3. Cook the “Chicken”:
   • Add the marinated tofu pieces to the sauce. Mix well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Finish the Dish:
   • Pour in the coconut milk, stirring continuously.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve the vegan butter chicken over rice or with your favorite vegan naan.

Enjoy your delicious vegan butter chicken!