Indian-Spiced Peas With Tofu

From Whole Foods Meals for 4 Under $15.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄8 cup canola oil
• 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, excess water removed, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 3  tablespoons cornstarch
• 2  yellow onions, very thinly sliced
• 1  tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced
• 1  tablespoon garam masala
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (8 ounce) package frozen green peas, defrosted
•  sea  salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a cast iron or heavy saucepan, heat about 1" oil until hot but not smoking.
2. Toss tofu cubes with corn starch and fry in a single layer until golden brown on all sides. Carefully remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
3. Let oil cool slightly and drain off all but about 1/4 cup.
4. Reheat and sauté onions and ginger until onions are golden brown. Add garam masala and tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.
5. Add 1/2 cup water, peas and fried tofu, cover and lower heat, simmer an additional 10–15 minutes. Season to taste.