Dinner

Tofu Lentil Stew with Gluten Free Dumplings

  • Prep 15 mins
  • Steam 13 mins
  • Cook Time 15 mins
  • Total 43 mins
  • Easy
  • Serves 6

TIP: Marinate the tofu overnight for a flavour boost or drizzle with garlic or chilli oil. 

Allergies

  • Contains Soybeans
  • Contains Milk/Dairy

Tip: Allergy Advice

This dish contains the following allergens: Soybeans, Milk/Dairy

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LEVEL 1 (Combi Pan)

  • 250g green or Puy lentils
  • 150g frozen butternut squash
  • 150g broccoli florets
  • 100g Cavolo Nero, shredded
  • 1 red onion, peeled, diced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled, finely chopped
  • 3 large garlic cloves, peeled, minced
  • 5 sprigs rosemary
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 100g sun dried tomato paste
  • 4 tbsp tomato purée
  • 2 tbsp balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp coconut or brown sugar
  • 1/2 lemon, juice only
  • 1L vegetable stock
  • 400ml tinned coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped,
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, as desired

For the dumplings

  • 300g gluten-free plain flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp Italian herb seasoning
  • 130g vegetable shortening or butter
  • 60ml water

LEVEL 2 (Bake Tray)

  • 80g sun dried tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 450g extra firm tofu, patted dry, cut into 16 x 1cm thick slices
  • Step 1

    In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, sea salt and Italian herb seasoning. Add the butter and using your fingers rub the butter into the mixture until it reaches the consistency of breadcrumbs. Gradually stir in the water until the mixture forms a dough. Divide into 24 small balls.

  • Step 2

    Add all Level 1 ingredients into the Combi Pan in the order listed and stir to combine. Gently put the dumplings on top. Slide the pan into Level 1

  • Step 3

    Stir together the sundried tomato paste and olive oil then coat the tofu. Place onto the bake tray. Slide the tray into Level 2.  

  • Step 4

    Close door and flip the SmartSwitch to COMBI COOKER. Select COMBI MEALS, set temperature to 190°C and set time to 15 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin cooking (the unit will steam for 13 minutes before cooking).

  • Step 5

    After 10 minutes check the tofu and remove tray if needed. Once cooking is complete, remove tray and pan. Serve immediately.