Plant-based Paella

• 200 g tofu
• 1 onion
• 2 clove garlic
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 cup of rice
• 2 cup water
• Olive oil to fry
• Salt to taste
• ¼ tsp ground saffron
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. Chop onion, garlic and bell pepper and cut the tofu in triangles.
2. Heat up oil in a pan and fry the tofu until golden brown, then remove from the pan.
3. Add a bit more oil and sauté onion, garlic and bell pepper until softened.
4. Add the rice and toast for around 5mins before adding the spices for another 1-2 mins.
5. Now gradually add the water, stir and cover on medium heat. Let it simmer until the water hasbeen absorbed and repeat the step until the rice is tender.
6. Place the tofu on the paella and serve with fresh lemon juice