SAUCED TOFU AND PLANTAIN (GUEST POST)

If you missed the last guest post (Efo and Poundo) then click here to check it out.

Now, today's guest post features the culinary genius that is 9jafoodie. Her Nigerian recipes are all rooted in tradition but there's no denying the modern touch she brings to every dish. When I asked her to create a vegan meal, she completely exceeded my expectations and I can't wait for you guys to try it out. Go check out the 9jafoodie website and connect with her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Enough from me, here's the post...
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The inspiration for this meal came from gizdodo, a combination of plantain and gizzard that is simmered in tomato sauce. Instead of Gizzard, I made use of extra firm tofu. Tofu is a great source of protein and one of my favourite things to eat. I started eating tofu as a kid; it was widely sold in Kwara state where I went to high school. Tofu is extremely versatile; it can be used in sauces, stir fries and stews. On its own, tofu tastes bland, but it will easily absorb the flavour of whatever you put in it. On the nutrition scale, tofu is a good source of Protein, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Copper and Selenium, and a very good source of Calcium and Manganese.

Ingredients

1 block extra firm tofu (cubed)

1 large ripe plantain (cubed)

1/2 teaspoon ginger powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon chili pepper

Salt – To taste

Deep frying oil

2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

1/4 small onion - chopped

1/4 red pepper - chopped

1 cooking spoon tomato sauce

Directions

1. Combine the first 6 ingredients. Set aside.

2. Heat up the deep-frying oil. Fry spiced Tofu/plantain until both start to brown. Remove from oil and set on paper towel to rest.

3. Place a pan on medium heat; add in the two tablespoons of oil, other left over ingredients and fried Tofu/Plantain. 

4. Stir to combine. Add a touch of water. Stir. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and leave to simmer for 5-7 minutes. 

Serve and Enjoy!