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Delicious Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut Sauce

Delicious Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut Sauce for Comforting Nights

A comforting and quick meal featuring delicious spicy tofu with creamy coconut sauce, perfect for any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14 oz Tofu Use super firm or firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp Canola or Vegetable Oil For frying
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Add a pinch while frying
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Oil Adds richness to the sauce
  • 1 cup Shallots Thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly minced
  • 1 can Canned Coconut Milk Full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 tbsp Sambal Oelek Adjust according to heat preference
  • 2 tbsp Red Curry Paste Enhances complexity
  • 1 tbsp Coconut or Brown Sugar Balances spiciness
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander Optional for depth
  • 1 tsp Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt For seasoning the sauce
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Scallions Chopped
  • Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Non-stick or cast iron pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Press Tofu: Remove tofu from packaging, wrap in a kitchen towel, press gently to eliminate moisture for about 15 minutes, then cut into cubes.
  2. Fry Tofu: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat, add tofu cubes, fry each side for approximately 3 minutes until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, heat coconut oil, sauté shallots for 4-5 minutes until soft, add ginger and sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Prepare Sauce: Add coconut milk, sambal oelek, red curry paste, sugar, and salt to the skillet, stir well, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Combine Tofu and Sauce: Turn off heat, gently add fried tofu, stir to coat, adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Transfer to a platter, garnish with scallions, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds, serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider using fresh herbs or lime juice as additional garnishes to enhance flavor.

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