Coconut Curried Tofu With Green Jasmine Rice Recipe

Name: Coconut Curried Tofu With Green Jasmine Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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

Servings: persons

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

1
Stir shredded coconut in small nonstick skillet over medium heat until light golden, about 5 minutes.
2
Transfer to bowl.
3
Bring 1 3/4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
4
Stir in rice; bring to boil.
5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, puree cilantro, 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1 teaspoon ginger, lime juice, and half of garlic in blender.
7
Mix puree and coconut into rice.
8
Set aside.
9
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat.
10
Add tofu; stir-fry until golden, about 6 minutes.
11
Add onions, curry, cumin, red pepper, remaining ginger, and remaining garlic.
12
Stir-fry 1 minute.
13
Stir in tomatoes and remaining coconut milk.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Divide rice among 4 plates.
16
Top with tofu mixture.
17
Sprinkle with peanuts.
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*Availableat specialty foods stores and natural foods stores.
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**Availableat Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut, 1 3/4 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup jasmine rice or 1 cup basmati rice, and more.

Yes, Coconut Curried Tofu With Green Jasmine Rice falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Curried Tofu With Green Jasmine Rice

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