Tofu Tagine
A North African-inspired dish that combines the flavors of quietly-spiced tofu with the umami taste of Chinese fermented bean paste. This tagine is a hearty and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 block (14 oz) tofu
- ●2 tsp Chinese fermented bean paste (doubanjiang)
- ●2 tbsp quietly-spiced oil (e.g. ras el hanout)
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●1 tsp cuminground
- ●1 tsp corianderground
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- ●2 cups chicken broth
- ●1 tsp tagine spice blend
Instructions
- 1
Heat the quietly-spiced oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 4
Add the cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Add the Chinese fermented bean paste, chicken broth, and tagine spice blend. Stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 8
Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the tofu is coated in the sauce.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot over couscous or rice.