Welcome to the comprehensive guide to crafting an exquisite curried tofu dish with the harmonious fusion of soy sauce. This delightful culinary journey will lead you through the secrets of creating a flavorful and satisfying meal that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a healthy and wholesome experience. Whether you're a seasoned cook seeking inspiration or a culinary novice eager to explore new horizons, this guide will equip you with all the essential knowledge and techniques to prepare a curried tofu dish that will leave a lasting impression. So, gather your ingredients, ready your kitchen, and embark on this delightful adventure of culinary creativity.
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CURRIED TOFU WITH SOY SAUCE
Tofu is light, so I wanted to make the sauce as substantial as possible. Use canned coconut milk with the caramelized onions. Like heavy cream, coconut milk will thicken a sauce, making it luxurious in almost no time. Then, to add contrasting texture, I decided to use nuts as well. Both walnuts and cashews do splendidly here. But the bottom line is the onions: they really must be browned carefully and thoroughly, without burning. (Sam Sifton)
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, times classics, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put oil in a 10- or 12-inch nonstick skillet and turn heat to medium-high. A minute later, add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until edges of onion pieces are well-browned, about 10 minutes (for best flavor, onions must brown but not burn). Add curry powder and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or so; add nuts and cook, stirring occasionally, for about a minute.
- Add coconut milk. Stir, bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Add tofu, stir and let tofu heat through for about 3 minutes. Stir in soy, then taste and adjust seasoning with soy, salt and/or cayenne as necessary. Serve over white rice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 537, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 51 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 671 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
COCONUT CURRY TOFU
My vegetarian daughter-in-law gave me this recipe for a creamy coconut milk, spicy curry, and ginger tofu dish! I serve it over rice.
Provided by KATHYCOLLINS
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Remove white parts of green onions, and finely chop. Chop greens into 2 inch pieces.
- In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, mix coconut milk, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, curry powder, ginger, and chile paste. Bring to a boil.
- Stir tofu, tomatoes, yellow pepper, mushrooms, and finely chopped green onions into the skillet. Cover, and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in basil and bok choy. Season with salt and remaining soy sauce. Continue cooking 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender but crisp. Garnish with remaining green onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 679.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
THAI CURRY TOFU
Curried tofu made with coconut milk.
Provided by Shelita
Categories Main Dish Recipes Curries Vegetarian
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes, season with seasoned salt and fry until golden on all sides, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Remove to paper towels, and set aside.
- Melt butter or margarine in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Stir in coconut milk, curry powder, salt, pepper and cilantro. Return the tofu to the skillet. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1017.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SILKEN TOFU WITH SPICY SOY DRESSING
This recipe is inspired by the many cold silken tofu dishes from East Asia, like Japanese hiyayakko and Chinese liangban tofu. This no-cook dish is a handy one to have up your sleeve, especially for warm evenings when the desire to cook is nonexistent. Silky soft tofu is draped in a punchy soy dressing, creating a lively dish with little effort. The tofu is ideally served cold, but 10 minutes at room temperature can take the edge off. Make it your own with other fresh herbs such as Thai basil, mint or shiso leaves, or add crunch with fried shallots or roasted peanuts. A salty, fermented element like kimchi, pickled radish or ja choi, also known as zha cai, a Sichuan pickled mustard root, would work well, too. One block of silken tofu is usually enough to feed two people, but for a more substantial meal, serve it with hot rice or noodles to create a pleasing contrast of temperatures. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter .
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories finger foods, vegetables
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chile oil, sugar, sesame seeds and scallion in a small bowl. Whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
- Carefully drain the liquid from the package of tofu, and gently tip the block onto a kitchen towel. (Try to keep the block in one piece, if possible, but don't worry if it falls apart; it will still taste great.) Pat with another clean kitchen towel, removing as much liquid as possible. Transfer the blocks to one large plate or two smaller plates, and spoon the soy dressing over the top until the tofu is completely covered. Top with scallions and cilantro leaves, and eat on its own or with rice or noodles on the side.
CURRIED TOFU STIR-FRY
Discover tofu with this Asian-inspired stir-fry from Trisha Kruse of Eagle, Idaho. Says Trisha, "This recipe is a tasty way to introduce your family to tofu. The blend of flavors really makes this meatless main dish appeal to folks who have never tried tofu."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; set aside. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry tofu in oil for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry yellow pepper for 1 minute. Add mushrooms and onions; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add cabbage and tomatoes; stir-fry for 2 minutes., Stir coconut milk mixture and add to skillet; bring to a boil. Return tofu to skillet. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and vegetables are crisp-tender. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 11 g fat (4 g saturated fat), Cholesterol trace cholesterol, Sodium 658 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38 g carbohydrate, Fiber 5 g fiber, Protein 12 g protein.
CURRIED TOFU STIR-FRY WITH COCONUT SAUCE
Adapted from _America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook_. I serve this with jasmine rice as a quick weeknight dinner. As written, the amount of heat in this dish is pretty low (my 8 year old daughter doesn't have much of a fire-tongue yet), so adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and curry powder to your taste.
Provided by Primordial
Categories Curries
Time 35m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the sauce: whisk together the first five ingredients.
- For the stir-fry: Combine the garlic, scallions, ginger, water, curry and 1 Tablespoon of the oil and set aside.
- Toss the tofu with salt and pepper to taste. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or non-stick skillet over high heat. Add the tofu and cook, turning the cubes to lightly brown on several sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer the tofu to a bowl.
- Add the last tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat until it's shimmering. Add the carrots, onion and pepper and cook until they begin to soften - about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the peas and immediately clear a space in the center of the wok or skillet by pushing the vegetables to the side. Pour the garlic mixture into the middle and cook until fragrant - about 30 seconds. Stir to combine the garlic mixture and the vegetables.
- Return the tofu to the skillet. Whisk the coconut sauce to recombine it and add it to the skillet. Toss the ingredients together until well coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.8, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 18.3, Sodium 285.4, Carbohydrate 79, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 63.7, Protein 17.2
CURRIED TOFU WITH SOY SAUCE
Steps:
- Put the oil in a 10- or 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. A minute later, add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the edges of the onion pieces are well browned, about 10 minutes (for best flavor, the onions must brown but not burn). Add the curry powder and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or so; add the nuts and cook, stirring occasionally, for about a minute.
- Add the coconut milk. Stir, bring to a boil, and reduce the heat to medium. Add the tofu, stir, and let the tofu heat through for about 3 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, then taste and adjust the seasoning with soy sauce, salt, and/or cayenne as necessary. Serve.
Tips:
- Use firm or extra-firm tofu: This will help the tofu hold its shape better when it's cooked.
- Press the tofu before cooking: This will help remove excess water and make the tofu more flavorful.
- Marinate the tofu: This will help add flavor and moisture to the tofu.
- Cook the tofu over medium heat: This will help prevent the tofu from sticking to the pan or burning.
- Don't overcook the tofu: Overcooked tofu can become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the tofu immediately: This will help ensure that the tofu is hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Curried tofu with soy sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great source of protein and healthy fats, and it's also low in calories and carbohydrates. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it can be paired with a variety of different dishes. Whether you're a tofu lover or just looking for a new and exciting way to cook tofu, this recipe is definitely worth trying.
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