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    Home » recipes » entree » tofu » Red Curry Tofu

    by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Dec 16, 2020 · published: Dec 8, 2019 · About 4 minutes to read this article. Leave a Comment

    Red Curry Tofu

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    This vegan Red Curry Tofu has a warmly spiced, bright and fragrant flavor of red curry, accented with coconut milk and hint of peanut. Pair these fluffy bites of tofu with some white or brown rice and you have a nourishing anytime meal.

    Red Curry Sauce

    I had been wanting to play around with red curry paste for a while and I finally dove in. I actually though red curry paste would be heavier and even spicier. But the flavors are surprisingly bright and uplifting. nothing like I usually think of when I think of “curry.” But then again, I usually use a yellow curry powder when I do anything curry. Like my Coconut Curry Rice Bowl . Or my Curried Carrots with tempeh – an oldie but goodie recipe.

    Red Curry is Different…

    The flavors in a red curry paste include: red chili pepper, garlic, lemongrass, thai ginger, salt, shallot, spices, kaffir lime. I suppose you could DIY your own curry paste, but to make this a super easy meal, I used a store-bought curry. I used the Thai Kitchen brand.

    red curry tofu

    Red Curry Tofu Add-ins

    Add some spinach or kale to the skillet for an easy leafy green veggie add-in. Roasted broccoli would also be a delicious side pairing. Any veggies would pair well with this dish to make it more of a well-rounded meal. Spring onions or diced carrot are also options.

    Tofu

    I love tofu because it is rich protein, quick to cook and absorbs flavors easily.

    I did a triangle cut for my red curry tofu, but you could also do cubes or slabs. I used an extra firm tofu and pressed out as much liquid as I could before laying it in the skillet. Not into tofu? Here are some alternatives that will work great with this sauce:

    • chickpeas
    • tempeh
    • lentils
    • seitan

    What Does Red Curry Taste Like?

    I am used to yellow curry powder. Which has a very distinctive flavor from the turmeric and cumin, mustard and coriander. It’s a very earthy flavor. But red curry is surprisingly more acidic and bright from the lemongrass. It has that signature spiciness, but also a salty acidic side that in my opinion pairs perfectly with rich flavors like coconut milk and peanut butter.

    curried tofu

    Red Curry Tofu with Rice

    This easy weeknight meal is rich in protein and packed with bright and warmly spiced red curry flavor. White or brown rice is the perfect side pairing.
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    Prep: 5 mins
    Cook: 15 mins
    Servings: 3

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
    • 14 oz extra firm tofu
    • 3/4 cup coconut milk, full fat
    • 1 Tbsp peanut butter
    • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
    • 1-3 tbsp red curry paste, see notes

    Side Dish:

    • 3 cups cooked brown rice

    Instructions

    • Remove your tofu block from it's package and press it as dry as possible with a clean dish towel or paper towels – or tofu press. Then slice it into either cubes or triangles.
    • Warm a skillet over high heat. Add in the extra virgin olive oil, followed by the tofu. Cook the tofu for about five minutes, flipping it around about midway through. You want the tofu browned, but not over cooked. Crispy edges and a bit of color is what you are going for. Turn heat off while you warm the curry sauce.
    • In a small sauce pot, over medium heat, add the coconut milk, peanut butter, maple syrup and curry paste. Stir until this mixture thickens a bit. About 3-4 minutes.
    • Turn the skillet back on to medium. Pour the curry sauce over top the tofu. Gently toss the tofu with the sauce, until coated. You want to cook until the sauce is nice and thick on the tofu.
    • Warm up your cooked rice. Scoop into serving bowls. Serve tofu over top.

    Equipment

    • skillet
    recipe author: Kathy Patalsky

    Notes

    Curry Paste: Start with one tablespoon and add 1-2 more based on the desired spiciness and boldness of flavor. I added about two tablespoons and was happy with that, but just in case you have a less bold brand of curry paste, I give a 1-3 Tbsp range.
    Nutrition includes tofu and rice.

    nutrition estimate | per serving

    Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 5mg
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    curry, dinner, rice, tofu, vegan
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    About Kathy Patalsky

    Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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