Indian-Inspired TOFU with SPINACH | Clinton Makes Michael eat Tofu!
Indian-Inspired TOFU with SPINACH | Clinton Makes Michael eat Tofu!  
Podcast: Chewed UP
Published On: Fri Mar 06 2026
Description: Clinton Kelly shows off his favorite "home alone" dinner — crispy tofu tossed in Indian-inspired creamed spinach and served over rice. Michael Symon isn't exactly a tofu enthusiast, but even he admits the crispy texture and warm spices make this dish work. Along the way, the trio talk about cooking for yourself, favorite comfort foods, pantry staples, and the meals they'd eat if the world ended tomorrow. New episodes of Chewed Up drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe and cook along with us. Timestamps 00:00 Intro – Michael vs. Tofu 00:33 Home Alone Week Setup 01:00 Clinton Explains His "Home Alone Dinner" 02:20 Cutting & Prepping the Tofu 03:00 The Cornstarch Trick for Crispy Tofu 03:40 Saag Paneer Inspiration 04:40 Cooking the Tofu 05:20 Cooking for Yourself vs Cooking for Guests 07:00 The Lone Star Tick Conversation 09:10 Foods They Hated as Kids 10:10 Carla Confesses She Didn't Like Cheese 10:45 Making the Spinach Sauce 11:45 Subscribe Moment 12:20 Finishing the Dish 13:20 Michael Tries the Tofu 14:00 Why Tofu Actually Works Here 15:00 Dinner Done in 15 Minutes 16:30 Fan Mail: Last Meal on Earth 17:20 Clinton's Answer – Steak Frites & Fries with Béarnaise 18:00 Carla's Answer – The Perfect Hamburger 18:30 Michael's Answer – His Mom's Lasagna 19:50 Fan Mail: Go-To Weeknight Meals 22:00 Burger Night & Pizza Night Traditions 23:00 Frontgate Sponsor Moment 23:45 Fan Mail: Pantry Staples 26:30 Eggs & Cholesterol Debate 29:40 Giveaway – Frontgate Bread Board 31:00 Wrapping Up the Show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy