Spicy Tofu Pea Calzones made with naan, oil, cumin seeds, red onion, green chili, garlic cloves, paprika, ground coriander, mustard powder, turmeric powder, cayenne, kala namak, chopped tomato, water, nutritional yeast, firm tofu, green peas, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, cilantro, vegan cheese shreds, nigella seeds, vegan butter, bbq sauce, sriracha, mango chutney

Spicy Tofu Pea Calzones

These delightful vegan calzones feature fluffy naan bread generously stuffed with a spicy tofu and pea scramble, complemented by melty vegan cheese. A perfect, easy-to-carry lunch or a satisfying meal, this recipe is nut-free and corn-free.

8 servings
Updated
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#easy#naan#peas#tofu#lunch#spicy#vegan#dinner#calzone#nut-free#corn-free#indian-inspired

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the dough (1 naan) recipe and let it rise for minutes (60).

  2. 2

    Heat oil (1 tsp) in a skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds (0.42 tsp) and cook for minute (1) until they change color. Add red onion (0.5 cup), green chili (1 hot), and of garlic minced (2 cloves) and cook until translucent, about [3-4 minutes].

  3. 3

    Add paprika (0.5 tsp), ground coriander (0.5 tsp), mustard powder (0.5 tsp), turmeric powder (0.5 tsp), and cayenne (0.38 tsp). Mix well. Add chopped tomato (1 medium), water (1 tbsp), and nutritional yeast (2 tsp). Mix and cook for 5 minutes (4 to) or until tomatoes are saucy.

  4. 4

    Mash or crumble the firm tofu (14 oz) and add to the pan. Add green peas (0.33 cup). Mix well, cover, and cook for minutes (5). If the scramble sticks, deglaze with water (1 tbsp).

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust salt (0.38 tsp) and spices. Lower the heat to low-medium and cook for another [3-5 minutes].

  6. 6

    Sprinkle [a very generous dash black pepper], [lemon juice] and [cilantro] (optional) and set aside to cool.

  7. 7

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F / 200ºc. Divide the dough (1 naan) into 7 to 8 pieces. Roll each piece into a circle.

  8. 8

    Place the tofu and pea scramble on half the circle. Add [vegan cheese shreds] of choice. Drizzle [bbq sauce], [sriracha], or [mango chutney] (optional). Fold the other half over to form a half-moon and seal with a fork. Shape all the calzones and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  9. 9

    Spray water generously on the calzones. Sprinkle [nigella seeds] and press in. Let them sit for 10 minutes (5 to).

  10. 10

    Bake for 14 minutes (11 to) or until golden. Brush melted [vegan butter] and serve with marinara, [mango chutney], or other sauce/dip of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

248
kcal
8
Protein (g)
39
Carbs (g)
4
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugars 1 g

Micronutrients

iron
1mg
36% DV
sodium
520mg
181% DV
calcium
22mg
14% DV
potassium
157mg
27% DV
vitamin a
81mcg
72% DV
vitamin c
6mg
52% DV
vitamin k
10mcg
67% DV

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