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Tahini and lemon Tofu Tabbouleh

A spiced take on Tofu Tabbouleh, built on tahini and lemon and finished the way we like it. Ready in about 55 min and easily enough for 6 people.

4.7 from 1,570 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook35 min
Serves6
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Tahini and lemon Tofu Tabbouleh
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the tahini and lemon elements, and pat the tofu dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the firm tofu and char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the pomegranate molasses and the rest of the tahini and lemon flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the green beans along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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