Description
Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut Sauce is a tantalizing dish that unites crispy tofu with a luscious coconut sauce, infused with vibrant spices for an unforgettable flavor experience. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or to impress guests at dinner parties. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare but also offers a customizable spice level to suit your preference. Served over rice, quinoa, or alongside seasonal veggies, this dish makes for a nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and wholesome. Whether you’re following a vegan lifestyle or simply looking to enjoy a delicious plant-based option, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20–22 ounces super firm or firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 3–4 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 4 teaspoons red curry paste
- 1 cup thinly sliced shallots
Instructions
- Press and cube the tofu, ensuring it’s well-dried.
- Heat canola oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat; add cubed tofu and fry until golden brown on all sides (about 10 minutes).
- In a skillet, sauté shallots until translucent, then add ginger (if using) and cook for another minute.
- Stir in coconut milk, sambal oelek, red curry paste, salt, and sugar; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gently fold in the fried tofu with the sauce until well-coated; serve hot with your choice of garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg