The author shares a personal experience with meal prepping, struggling with unappetizing foods. They discover a recipe for Tofu Tikka Masala, which excels in flavor development over time. With a bit more initial prep, the recipe involves draining tofu, marinating it, and roasting before creating a rich sauce. The dish remains satisfying even days later, emphasizing the importance of allowing ingredients to merge flavors. Ultimately, the author finds joy in this meal prepped dish, leading to a comforting experience throughout the week.
When you give the ingredients a chance to get to know one another, you're left with a different flavor conversation at the end than you had at the beginning.
It all comes together quite quickly. I began by draining my tofu packet; extra firm, so the tofu could hold its shape.
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