Palak Paneer with Tofu & Spinach Gravy

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 package 14-ounce of extra firm organic tofu
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup of vegetable broth for sautéing plus 1/2 cup for spinach gravy
• 1/3 cup chopped shallots
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of grated ginger (grating brings out more flavor than chopping)
• 1 serrano chile, chopped (if you like heat, add two)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• pinch of cayenne
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut milk (lite if you are using can)
• juice of one lime
• 1/4 teaspoon salt or more
• Fresh ground black pepper
• 1 large bunch of spinach (approximately 5 ounces)