Tofu Curry with Vegetables

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Difficulty

easy

Time

50m

Price Category

average

Calories

High

This creamy and flavorful tofu curry with vegetables is a true culinary journey, packed with freshness and exotic aromas. It's a perfect choice for a quick and nutritious dinner that's guaranteed to warm your soul. The harmonious combination of crispy tofu and tender vegetables in a rich coconut milk sauce offers an unforgettable experience. Plus, it's completely vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it!

ingredients

4 Servings
450 g extra-firm tofu
15 ml vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2.5 cm ginger, grated
30 ml red curry paste
400 ml coconut milk (full-fat)
120 ml vegetable broth
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
15 ml tamari or soy sauce
15 ml lime juice
0.3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
360 g jasmine rice (for serving)

Steps

1

Prepare Tofu

Press excess moisture from the tofu using paper towels, then cut into 2 cm cubes. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

2

Sauté Aromatics

In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

3

Make Curry Sauce

Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to release its aromas. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring until smooth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.

4

Add Vegetables

Add the sliced carrots and diced red bell pepper to the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the carrots are slightly tender. Then, add the broccoli florets and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

5

Finish and Serve

Return the cooked tofu cubes to the pan. Stir in the tamari (or soy sauce) and lime juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately with jasmine rice, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

Extra Tips

For extra crispy tofu, make sure to press out as much moisture as possible with paper towels before frying.

Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.

Serve with fresh lime wedges and extra cilantro for an even more vibrant flavor.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
350g
Calories350 kcal550 kcal
Protein15g25g
Fat25g40g
Carbohydrate15g30g
Fiber4g7g
Sugar5g8g