Tofu with Spicy Harissa Sauce & Rice
In this recipe, tofu is flavoured with a spicy harissa sauce. Harissa is a hot North African chilli paste. Spinach adds heartiness, the whole dish is finished with fresh lime, and you’ll also cook rice on the side.
25 min
90% liked this recipe (91 reviews)- Rice:
- 1 bagjasmine rice
- Sauce:
- 2 garlig clove
- 1 tbspsugar
- 1 tbspwhite wine vinegar
- 2 tbspsoya sauce
- 1 bagharissa paste
- 6 tbspwater
- Tofu:
- 1 bagspring onion
- 1 boxspinach
- 2 pkgtofu
- 2 tbspoil
- 0.5 tspsalt
- a pinch of black pepper
- 0.5-1 l
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Try it out with -20% discountSpicy tofu harissa & rice to brighten up your everyday meals
Tofu with spicy harissa sauce & rice is a quick, comforting and nicely punchy weeknight dish that’s ready in about 25 minutes. North African harissa brings deep, warming spice, and jasmine rice makes the meal wonderfully filling. It’s perfect for busy evenings, and also an easy choice when you want to serve a plant-based meal to friends.
What makes tofu with spicy harissa sauce special?
Crispy pan-fried tofu soaks up a well-balanced sauce of harissa, soy and white wine vinegar – offering heat, savouriness and a touch of sweetness all at once. Spinach softens the flavours and adds a fresh green element, while lime ties everything together with bright acidity. This vegan and gluten-free dish provides plenty of plant protein and keeps you satisfied without feeling heavy.
Easy tips and variations to suit your taste
Dry the tofu thoroughly with kitchen paper – the drier the tofu, the crispier the surface. Fry it patiently in a hot pan before adding the sauce so it has time to form a crust. If you don’t like heat, reduce the harissa sauce and add more at the end if needed. You can swap the spinach for kale or frozen spinach (defrost and squeeze out the excess liquid).
Best ways to serve this harissa tofu
Serve the tofu over rice in a bowl and finish with plenty of spring onion and lime juice. A crisp cucumber and tomato salad or lightly steamed broccoli makes a great side. To drink, try lemon-flavoured sparkling water or iced tea to balance the warmth of the harissa.
Tofu with harissa sauce – easy, fresh and addictive
Tofu with spicy harissa sauce & rice is a reliable everyday favourite: quick to make, full of flavour, and easy to adjust to be milder or hotter. Try it today and save a recipe that’s sure to become a repeat hit.
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