Vegan Tofu Curry

This Vegan Tofu Curry is a delightful blend of Japanese flavors, featuring tender tofu simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal, it's both nutritious and satisfying.

Vegan Tofu Curry
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Firm tofu - 200 grams
  • Coconut milk - 200 milliliters
  • Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
  • Broccoli - 150 grams, cut into florets
  • Onion - 1 medium, diced
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Curry powder - 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Green onions - for garnish

Steps

  1. Press the tofu for about 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute, allowing the spices to bloom.
  5. Add the sliced carrot and broccoli florets, stirring to coat with the spices.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Gently fold in the tofu cubes and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Cover and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
  • Contains antioxidants and vitamins from a variety of vegetables.

Tags

JapaneseVeganMain Dish