Tandoori-Spiced Tofu with Cucumber Raita and Turmeric Rice
Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful Indian-inspired meal featuring quick-cooked tandoori-spiced tofu, cooling cucumber raita, and aromatic turmeric rice—all ready in under 20 minutes using only your stovetop. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

- 400 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup English cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tandoori masala
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
Cook basmati rice with 2 cups water, turmeric, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
⏱️ 10 minutes 🌡️ Medium heatWhile rice cooks, cut tofu into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss tofu with tandoori masala, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 minutesHeat remaining olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add tofu and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and slightly crisp on all sides.
⏱️ 6 minutes 🌡️ Medium-high heatMeanwhile, make the raita: combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Stir and season with a pinch of salt.
⏱️ 2 minutesFluff turmeric rice with a fork. Serve tofu over rice with a generous dollop of cucumber raita.
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Nutrition Information
Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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