Description
Indulge in the vibrant and tantalizing flavors of Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut Sauce, a vegan dish that perfectly marries crispy tofu with a luxurious coconut sauce brimming with aromatic spices. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also offers flexibility in spice levels, making it suitable for any palate. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a delightful meal that is perfect for anything from busy weeknight dinners to entertaining guests. Serve it over fragrant jasmine rice or alongside seasonal vegetables for a complete, nutritious experience that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 to 22 ounces super firm or firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 3 to 4 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 4 teaspoons red curry paste
- 1 cup thinly sliced shallots
Instructions
- Press and cube the tofu, patting dry to remove moisture.
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat and fry the cubed tofu until golden brown on all sides (approximately 10 minutes).
- In a skillet, sauté shallots until translucent, then add coconut milk, sambal oelek, red curry paste, salt, and sugar. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold the fried tofu into the sauce mixture and serve garnished with scallions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg