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Coconut Curry Tofu

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"My vegetarian daughter-in-law gave me this recipe for a creamy coconut milk, spicy curry, and ginger tofu dish! I serve it over rice."
Coconut Curry Tofu Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 303 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 bunches green onions
  • 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons chile paste
  • 1 pound firm tofu, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
  • 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 4 cups chopped bok choy
  • salt to taste

What to Drink?
Wine Riesling

DIRECTIONS

  1. Remove white parts of green onions, and finely chop. Chop greens into 2 inch pieces.
  2. In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, mix coconut milk, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, curry powder, ginger, and chile paste. Bring to a boil.
  3. Stir tofu, tomatoes, yellow pepper, mushrooms, and finely chopped green onions into the skillet. Cover, and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in basil and bok choy. Season with salt and remaining soy sauce. Continue cooking 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender but crisp. Garnish with remaining green onion.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 9, 2004 by NewCook 
I let the water drain out of the extra firm tofu for a half hour (placing a cutting board on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 6, 2003 by CRABBYLADY 
This was a fast, easy and nutritious meal. The bok choy at the grocery looked awful, so I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by TRUCKERDOO 
Fantastic spicy coconut curry flavor. I left out the green onions and basil, and it was still... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by CMB146 
Great recipe. Very flavorful! I fried the tofu in one tsp. of olive oil before I added it. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by Delilah 
I made this for my boyfriend and his roommate (both avid carnivores) and they both liked it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 3, 2003 by ELISEDINER 
I had never made tofu before and stumbled on to this recipe; it's delicious. What a fantastic... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 6, 2003 by Loladear 
My husband loved this so much he didn't notice it was vegetarian until the next day when... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by CGUEST29 
Can't believe anyone would describe this recipe as bland. I found it quite hot and spicy. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by MTPSON 
This was so wonderful. My husband loved it, this one will be a regular. I didn't even use any... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.34 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 4, 2003 by CHANGING HABITS 
Great flavor.I have to be careful about things being too spicy so I'm experimenting with... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Coconut Curry Tofu

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 232

  • Total Fat: 13.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 5.3g
  • Protein: 16.5g

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