This vegetable and tofu green curry is a flavorful and satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The curry is made with a blend of spices, coconut milk, and vegetable broth, and it's packed with vegetables and tofu. Serve it over jasmine rice for a complete meal.
Green curry is a classic Thai dish that is typically made with chicken or beef. However, this recipe uses tofu as a plant-based protein source. Tofu is a great choice for this dish because it absorbs the flavors of the curry well and it's a good source of protein. This recipe is also made with a variety of vegetables, including carrots, broccoli, and red bell pepper. These vegetables add sweetness, crunch, and color to the dish. The curry is finished with a squeeze of lime juice, which adds a bit of acidity and brightness. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon green curry paste
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 (14-ounce) block firm tofu, drained and cubed
Instructions
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in green curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
Add coconut milk and vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Add carrots, broccoli, red bell pepper and tofu and cook until vegetables are tender and tofu is heated through, about 10 minutes.
Serve over jasmine rice.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and a lime wedge, if desired.
Why It Works
The combination of spices in the green curry paste gives the dish a complex and flavorful taste.
The coconut milk adds a rich and creamy texture to the curry.
The vegetables add sweetness, crunch, and color to the dish.
The tofu is a good source of protein and it absorbs the flavors of the curry well.
The lime juice adds a bit of acidity and brightness to the dish.