Jungle Curry Tofu

Jungle Curry Tofu is a vibrant and aromatic Thai dish featuring tofu simmered in a spicy coconut milk-based sauce with an array of fresh vegetables. This hearty dish brings together the exotic flavors of Thai cuisine, making it a delightful plant-based option for any meal.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Green curry paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed
• Thai eggplant - 100 grams, quartered
• Bamboo shoots - 100 grams, drained
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and add the green curry paste, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the coconut milk to the pan and bring it to a simmer.
4. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 5 minutes, gently stirring to coat the tofu in the curry sauce.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, green beans, Thai eggplant, and bamboo shoots to the pan, cooking for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in the soy sauce, sugar, and lime juice; adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
7. Remove from heat and fold in the fresh basil leaves.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice or rice noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 20 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables.

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