Description
A flavorful and aromatic Thai Red Curry featuring pan-fried tofu and a colorful array of fresh vegetables, all simmered in a rich coconut milk base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 block (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup snow peas
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
- Add broccoli, red bell pepper, carrots, snow peas, and red onion to the same skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until vegetables are slightly tender-crisp.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and lime juice.
- Return the cooked tofu to the skillet. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu is important for a firm texture.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your preferred spice level.
- You can add other vegetables like mushrooms, bamboo shoots, or baby corn.
- For a thinner sauce, add more vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg