Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut Sauce, a dish that beautifully combines crispy tofu with a rich and aromatic sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With its delightful blend of sambal oelek, red curry paste, and creamy coconut milk, each bite is packed with flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Serve it over jasmine rice or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 to 22 ounces super firm or firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 4 teaspoons red curry paste
- 1 cup thinly sliced shallots
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Heat canola oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Fry tofu until golden on all sides.
- In a skillet, sauté shallots and ginger in coconut oil until softened. Add coconut milk, sambal oelek, and red curry paste; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine fried tofu with the sauce, stir well, and serve garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg