Italian-Style Tofu Tagine
A fusion of Italian and North African flavors, this dish combines crispy tofu with a rich and spicy tagine sauce. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- ●400g tofu
- ●2tbsp algerianBerber spice blend
- ●1tsp acridoptional, for some heat
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2tbsp olive oil
- ●100ml white wine
- ●2tbsp tomato paste
- ●200g chopped tomatoes
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
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1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
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2. Cut the tofu into small cubes and coat with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
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3. Bake the tofu in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.
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4. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
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5. Add the Berber spice blend and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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6. Add the white wine and cook until reduced by half.
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7. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
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8. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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9. Add the baked tofu to the skillet and toss to coat with the tagine sauce.
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10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.