Coconut Key Lime Tofu, Veggie And Noodle Delight

Name: Coconut Key Lime Tofu, Veggie And Noodle Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 T. vegetable oil; 14 oz. extra firm tofu, cubed; 1 T. unsalted butter; 1 bunch asparagus, cut in 1/2; 8 oz. button mushrooms, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 1/2 c. broth; 1 (14.5 oz.) can coconut milk; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 T. brown sugar; 1/4 t. ground ginger; 1/8 t. cayenne; 1/4 c. key lime juice; 1 box Thai thin rice noodles; 1/4 c. peanuts, crushed; 3 T. cilantro, minced

Servings: persons

1 T. vegetable oil
14 oz. extra firm tofu, cubed
1 T. unsalted butter
1 bunch asparagus, cut in 1/2
8 oz. button mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 c. broth
1 (14.5 oz.) can coconut milk
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 T. brown sugar
1/4 t. ground ginger
1/8 t. cayenne
1/4 c. key lime juice
1 box Thai thin rice noodles
1/4 c. peanuts, crushed
3 T. cilantro, minced

1
In a large skillet heat oil over medium high heat and brown tofu on each side, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove, drain on paper towel and set aside.
2
Melt butter over medium heat in a medium sauce pan and add asparagus. Cook about 3 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic and cook another few minutes. Deglaze pan with broth and coconut milk.
3
Season with salt, pepper, brown sugar, ginger and cayenne then bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to low and simmer for a few minutes. Add key lime juice and tofu and cook another few minutes.
5
Finally add rice noodles and cook until tender and almost all liquid has been absorbed, about 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro to garnish.

740

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 T. vegetable oil, 14 oz. extra firm tofu, cubed, 1 T. unsalted butter, 1 bunch asparagus, cut in 1/2, and more.

Yes, Coconut Key Lime Tofu, Veggie And Noodle Delight falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Coconut Key Lime Tofu, Veggie And Noodle Delight

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