Brown Rice and Tofu Curry with Peanut Sauce
This easy, flavorful curry is a great way to get your daily dose of protein. The tofu provides a meaty texture, while the peanut butter adds a creamy richness. The curry paste and vegetable broth give the dish a complex flavor, and the fresh vegetables add a pop of color and crunch. This curry is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
I first developed this recipe when I was living in Thailand. I was teaching English at a local school, and I wanted to find a way to make a vegetarian curry that was both easy and flavorful. I experimented with different ingredients and proportions, and I finally came up with this recipe. It quickly became a favorite of mine, and I've been making it ever since. This curry is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a great way to get your daily dose of protein. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Brown Rice and Tofu Curry with Peanut Sauce Brown Rice and Tofu Curry with Peanut Sauce Brown Rice and Tofu Curry with Peanut Sauce Brown Rice and Tofu Curry with Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Brown rice
  • Firm tofu
  • Red bell pepper
  • Chopped onion
  • Carrots
  • Vegetable broth
  • Thai red curry paste
  • Peanut butter
Instructions
  1. Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
  2. Press the tofu between paper towels. Cut into cubes and brown in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the red bell pepper, onion, and carrots together.
  4. In a large saucepan, combine the cooked rice, browned tofu, vegetable broth, Thai red curry paste, and peanut butter.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
Why It Works
  • The tofu provides a meaty texture to the dish.
  • The peanut butter adds a creamy richness to the sauce.
  • The curry paste and vegetable broth give the dish a complex flavor.
  • The fresh vegetables add a pop of color and crunch.