Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2
Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice recipe for a healthy dinner
in Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup jasmine rice or 1 cup basmati rice
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro ( packed )
3/4 cup unsweetened light coconut milk
4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 cloves garlic , minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
16 ounces extra firm tofu , drained , patted dry , cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1 cup whole small cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
505
Sugar
4g
Fat
35g
This Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice recipe is a delicious and nutritious vegan dinner option. Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein, while coconut milk and peanuts provide healthy fats. The curry powder adds a fragrant flavor to the dish and aids digestion, while cilantro helps reduce inflammation in the body. This recipe is great for those who want to try something new for dinner or for those following a plant-based diet.

Instructions

1.Combine shredded coconut, 1 1/4 cups of water, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a small saucepan.
2.Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and cook for 5 minutes.
3.Turn off the heat and let air dry for 2-3 hours.
4.In a large saucepan, add jasmine rice, 1 1/2 cups of water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
5.Cook on medium heat until rice is tender.
6.In a separate pan, saute ginger, garlic, curry powder, cumin, and crushed red pepper in vegetable oil until fragrant.
7.Add tofu to the pan and cook until lightly browned.
8.Add coconut milk and the remaining 1/4 cup of water, tomatoes, and green onion to the pan and continue to cook for 10 minutes.
9.Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
10.Serve the coconut tofu curry with cooked rice and top with chopped peanuts.

PROS

This vegan dish is packed with protein, healthy fats, and has minimal cholesterol.

It is a great dish for people on a plant-based diet, as well as those looking to switch up their dinner routine.

CONS

Tofu can cause digestive problems for some people.
Take note of how well you tolerate soy foods before consuming large amounts of tofu.

Additionally, this dish is higher in fat due to the use of coconut milk and peanuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut milk provides medium-chain fatty acids that have been linked to weight loss and a decrease in bad cholesterol levels.
Tofu is a great source of protein for people on a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce muscle pain and headaches.

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