Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

garam masala

2 tbsp

paprika

1 tsp

ground coriander

1/2 tsp

ground black pepper

3/4 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

cayenne pepper ((reduce to 1/4 if sensitive to spice))

1/2 tsp

ground turmeric

12 oz

extra-firm tofu ((1 normal package))

1 tbsp

coconut oil

1 tsp

cumin seeds

large yellow onion (diced)

4 cloves

garlic (minced)

inch ginger (peeled and minced)

green chili peppers (finely chopped)

red bell pepper (diced)

3 tbsp

nutritional yeast

6 tbsp

tomato paste

2 cups

cherry tomatoes (quartered (or use 1 14-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained))

1 can

full-fat coconut milk ((1 and 3/4 cups))

2 tbsp

white wine vinegar

1 tsp

coconut sugar ((optional but recommended))

salt (to taste)

freshly-squeezed lemon juice (to taste, for serving)

chopped fresh cilantro (coriander) (to taste, for serving)