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Thai Coconut Curry Tofu

Thai Curry Tofu has all of the flavors of traditional Thai curries but it is a light, healthy dish that will please even picky eaters.
 
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Thai Coconut Curry Tofu
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 314kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 block tofu extra-firm
  • 1 stalk lemon grass peeled and chopped finely
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil divided
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1-2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
  • 3 tablespoons Bragg's liquid aminos or Tamari sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or raw cane sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • Handful crushed peanuts for topping
  • cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Drain tofu, rinse and press to dry. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
  • Coat tofu cubes evenly with lemongrass, sesame oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt.
  • Allow seasoned tofu to marinate for 30 minutes. Allow tofu tods,. marinate for longer in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat oven 400 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and grease lightly.
  • Arrange marinated tofu on baking sheet, bake for 20 minutes until golden. Set aside
  • Heat oil in a skillet, add onion and garlic, and ginger. Cook until onion is soft, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes. Add curry powder and cook for another minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in coconut milk and water.
  • Transfer to a food processor or blender and add peanut butter, Liquid Aminos, maple syrup, lime juice, and ginger.
  • Process until smooth and creamy. Pour mixture back into the skillet on medium-high heat. Cook until thick, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in tofu, cayenne pepper. Garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 491mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 3mg