Saag tofu

A gorgeously green spinach or 'saag' curry with cubes of marinated tofu. The perfect flavourful midweek meal served up with some fluffy naan bread.

Restaurant-style vegan saag paneer with tofu paneer, including both Instant Pot and stovetop instructions. This dairy-free spinach palak tofu curry is creamy, spicy and rich, using cashew cream instead of heavy cream (no coconut milk).

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The authentic taste and aroma of Saag Aloo is something you should look for in any Indian feast. If you’re in the mood for a healthy recipe to try with your mid-week meal plan, then this side dish can be perfect. Serve it with your favourite Indian curries and enjoy.

This vegan saag paneer has pan fried tofu cubes that stand in for cheese and are smothered in spicy curried spinach and coconut milk mixture.

Tofu Saag Paneer is a vegan take on the iconic Indian Saag Paneer recipe that is easy to prepare, creamy, and packed with flavor. Tofu takes center stage, absorbing the curry flavors beautifully while adding a substantial dose of plant-based protein. This vegan saag paneer is completely dairy free, nutrient packed and budget friendly.

Raghavan Iyer, author of “660 Curries,” describes the Indian cheese paneer as “fresh, firm and chewy” and “not unlike a block of extra-firm tofu,” which you could substitute for paneer in a pinch. Tofu takes the place of paneer in this lighter version of saag paneer, a classic Indian dish made with fresh spinach sautéed in plenty of ginger, cumin, fennel seeds, chiles, coriander and turmeric. Here, seared tofu and yogurt are stirred in at the end, making it a creamy, satisfying, almost-vegan…

Saag Paneer or Palak Paneer or Indian creamed spinach and paneer curry, no matter what I call it, it is a delicious and easy spinach and Indian cheese main course curry which I always order in one...

Saag paneer is traditionally made with cubes of paneer cooked in a sauce made of green leafy veggies. A delicious, comforting, vegetarian curry that is better than the restaurant version!

Indulge in the rich flavors of Indian cuisine with our Saag Paneer recipe, combining creamy spinach with cubes of paneer cheese for a vegetarian delight!