In this Tofu Dum Kali Mirch, tofu is simmered in a sensational gravy which is prepared with slow cooked onions, exotic spices, coconut milk and a generous amount of black pepper. As the name suggests this dish has a good amount of Kali Mirch ( black pepper ) in the gravy. Then the whole dish is cooked with the dum method (steam can't escape) so the flavours of all the black pepper infuses and all the flavours are retained in the curry.
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The traditional version of this dish is paneer kali mirch and it is hugely popular for dinner parties or special occasions. With paneer, however it can tend to become heavy, so I like to make a lighter version with tofu.
📖 Recipe
Tofu Dum Kali Mirch
Ingredients
- 1 packet fresh tofu 396g
- 2 big onion roughly chopped pyaz
- 4 tbsp. oil
- 1 tbsp. ginger-garlic paste adarak-lahsun ki paste
- 2 fresh green chillies finely chopped hari mirch
- 1 tsp. whole spices green cardamom, cloves and cinnamon
- salt to taste
- 1 can coconut milk 400ml
- 5-6 tbsp. tomato puree
- ½ tbsp. freshly ground black pepper Kali mirch
- 1 tsp. red chilli powder lal mirch
- ½ tsp. turmeric powder haldi
- 1 tsp. ground cumin jeera powder
- 1 tsp. ground coriander Dhaniya powder
- ½ tsp. dried fenugreek leaves Kasoori methi
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Instructions
- Drain the water from the tofu.
- Cut the tofu into cubes and leave it aside.
- Heat one tablespoon oil in a heavy bottom pan and fry the onion until nice and brown but not burnt.
- In a mixer or blender add fried onion and add little water and make a smooth puree.
- Heat rest of the oil in the same pan, add whole spices.
- Once they crackle add ginger-garlic paste and green chillies.
- Let it cook for a minute then add pureed onion and let the mixture cook for another minute.
- Add tomato puree, cook this mixture for another couple of minutes or until the oil starts separating from the masala.
- Now add all the dry masala and kasoori methi and mix well.
- Add tofu cubes and mix gently, add coconut milk and a few tbsp. of water.
- Mix it and lower the heat totally.
- Cover the pan with kitchen foil and lid.
- Cook the tofu for 10 minutes on the lowest heat.
- Once it’s done, remove the kitchen foil and add garam masala.
- Mix well, garnish the curry with freshly chopped coriander and serve as a main course with naan or roti and salad.
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Meghna. says
What an awesome dish, looks so creamy and rich. I love tofu and I am sure I am gonna love this version of your tofu curry.
Lathiya says
I loved that gadget to the core..sleek, stylish ...the dish looks amazing..I would like to try this with chicken...
Poonam Bachhav says
Spiced Tofu curry with coconut milk sounds so so flavorful ...would love to give this a try soon.
Maria Nasir says
Curry looks so flavourful! I love black pepper spiced dishes with subtle heat. Got to go look for this very smart kitchen gadget too.
Priya Suresh says
Very colourful and delicious dish, just some rotis is enough to have along with.Cant wait to try this dish with tofu, as i have tofu lovers at home.
Avin says
The tofu Kali Mirch gravy looks really good. Its rich and luscious. You do have quite a tofu recipes collection
sujitha says
Very Rich gravy and delicious bowl of tofu gravy.. and the tofu presser looks awesome..
Vidya Narayan says
Sounds like a great new gadget to own for tofu lovers. The curry looks delicious with the addition of coconut milk and spices, especially black pepper. Cheers!
mildly indian says
I had a friend who recently asked me if i know of a gadget like this. I am going to surely recommend this post.
Paarul says
Awesome recipe Jagruti. The Tofu curry is so inviting.
Indfused says
Love your use of tofu and coconut milk in this recipe Jagruti. The photos look spectacular too
Vanitha says
Beautiful colors and flavors! Tofu is not something many like, but I think your dum method of making this curry should dispel all the fears of eating bland tofu! Awesome recipe dear 🙂
Ruchi's Veg Kitchen says
Curry looks amazing. As usual brilliant pics. Love the tofu press. Very handy and useful .
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Ruchi!
Shobha says
Nice and healthy dish.. The tofu maker looks like a handy gadget to have in the kitchen.
jcookingodyssey says
Thanks Shobha! I am loving my tofu press.
Marjie Mare says
That looks super delicious and the presentation is to die for.
jcookingodyssey says
Thank you Marjie 🙂