Spiced Spinach Tofu Stir fry 1 Pot 15 Minutes

Published on January 3, 2022

An easy Spicy Spinach Tofu Stir fry that can be made in 1 pot within 15 minutes. This recipe is a lifesaver come dinnertime and leftovers taste great the next day. Try this Indian spiced Tofu Spinach curry Gluten-free, soy-free option.

spicy spinach tofu Stir fry served with a side of flatbread

1 Pot and 15 minutes is all you need to make this Spicy Spinach Tofu Stir fry! Think of this as an easy, spicy take on the restaurant favorite Palak Paneer. Tofu simmered in a rich spinach yogurt and spices that is made spicy by adding cayenne pepper or Indian chili powder and crushed red pepper. So good. The perfect weeknight dinner on a cold night and leftovers make an amazing lunch the next day.

spicy Indian tofu spinach stirfry served with a side of flatbread

I love serving this curry with flatbread, roti or naan but rice would be another great option. For low-carb, serve it with cauliflower rice.

a skillet with spinach tofu curry drizzled with yogurt

Press the tofu

Open a package of firm or extra-firm tofu and drain the liquid. Cut the tofu width-wise into slices — four times should do it. Now, lay some paper towels on a sheet pan and spread your tofu slices in a single layer on top. Put more paper towels over the tofu, then place another sheet pan over them.

Place some heavy objects on top of the sheet pan ( cookbooks or cans). Or use your handy tofu press. Leave the tofu to press for at least 15 minutes. You can leave it like that for hours if you have room for it in the fridge.

a skillet with spicy vegan spinach tofu curry drizzled with vegan yogurt