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Instant Pot Tofu Masala

Rich, tangy and so easy to make- this Instant Pot tofu masala is the perfect easy vegan meal you need to try on a rushed weekday.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 240kcal
Author: Enozia Zehra Vakil

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Mustard oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
  • 1 binch Curry leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic (finely chopped)
  • ½ cup Onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Green chilies (finely chopped)
  • ½ cup Tomatoes (finely chopped)
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
  • 2 teaspoon Coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Tofu (cubed)
  • ½ cup Peas
  • ½ cup Water

Instructions

  • Turn on the Instant Pot and set to Saute mode. Once it's heated, add in oil.
  • Once the oil starts to heat up, add in the cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and curry leaves. Saute.
  • Next add the garlic and saute for a minute.
  • Add in the chopped onions followed by the green chilies. Let it cook until the onions turn translucent.
  • Next, add in the tomatoes and saute.
  • Add the powdered spices next and saute for a minute.
  • Add the tofu along with the peas to the mixture and mix.
  • Add water and let it come to a quick boil.
  • Put on the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual Pressure Cook mode for 2 minutes, making sure that the valve is in the sealing position.
  • Let the pressure release naturally before removing the lid. Give it a good stir.
  • Serve hot with roti or chapati.

Notes

The timing for cooking can vary from instant pot to instant pot. Please take that into consideration while making the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Servings | Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.2g | Protein: 15.7g | Fat: 13.6g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Sodium: 1218mg | Potassium: 711mg | Fiber: 5.6g | Sugar: 5.9g | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 5mg