Best 8 Thai Curry Tofu Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that is easy to make? Look no further than Thai curry tofu! This flavorful dish combines tender tofu with a creamy and aromatic curry sauce. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a healthy and satisfying meal. The best part about Thai curry tofu is that it is so versatile. You can use any type of tofu, vegetables, and curry paste that you like. This makes it a great dish to experiment with and customize to your own taste. So what are you waiting for? Give Thai curry tofu a try today! You won't be disappointed.

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THAI CURRY TOFU



Thai Curry Tofu image

Curried tofu made with coconut milk.

Provided by Shelita

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Curries     Vegetarian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10 ounce) can coconut milk
2 teaspoons curry powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

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

THAI EGGPLANT CURRY WITH TOFU



Thai Eggplant Curry with Tofu image

I like to make my own curry paste, because it intensifies the flavor of the curry immensely. Besides curry paste, all you need are eggplant and tofu. Serve over rice.

Provided by lilofrance

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil, divided, or as needed
1 pound eggplant, sliced
4 cilantro roots
1 small onion, chopped
2 small chile peppers, or more to taste
4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
9 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
⅓ cup Thai basil

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or skillet and saute eggplant in batches on both sides until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side, adding more oil as needed.
  • Combine cilantro roots, onion, chile peppers, garlic, sugar, lime juice, and fish sauce in a mortar; crush with a pestle into a soft paste.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or skillet over high heat, add curry paste and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add eggplant, cover, and cook for 3 minutes. Mix in tofu and Thai basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 801.3 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

THAI RED CURRY TOFU SOUP



Thai Red Curry Tofu Soup image

This is a Thai-inspired soup with tofu, mushrooms, coconut milk, and rice noodles. After cooking soup and noodles, do not combine them in one pot since the noodles will absorb all of the broth. If you don't have fresh galangal, use 3 pieces of dried galangal instead.

Provided by rayfab

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (1 inch) piece galangal
2 stalks lemon grass, bruised and chopped
5 kaffir lime leaves, torn
½ teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1 (12 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained and cubed
½ cup stemmed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
½ cup sliced button mushrooms
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon turmeric powder
4 ounces dry rice stick noodles
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring coconut milk, broth, galangal, lemon grass, and kaffir leaves to a simmer in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes, but do not allow broth to come to a full boil.
  • Strain the broth and discard the solids. Whisk in red curry paste, then add tofu, shiitake mushrooms, button mushrooms, lime juice, brown sugar, and turmeric to the soup. Continue simmering until mushrooms have softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rice stick noodles, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender; drain. Place drained noodles into individual bowls, then ladle soup over the noodles. Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 268.9 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

THAI TOFU AND GREEN BEAN RED CURRY



Thai Tofu and Green Bean Red Curry image

This is a versatile recipe, where other vegetables or even other meats, such as chicken, could be substituted. If using meat in the recipe, do allow longer simmering time until the meat is cooked through. Shrimp do not need a long cooking time however, and only need to cook until they turn pink and curl. Overcooking them would make them tough. But tofu is best in this recipe, as it absorbs the flavor of the curry paste, and also is very healthy. Recipe by Judy Bastyra. Posted by request.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Curries

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
1 -2 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons palm sugar or 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
3 1/4 cups button mushrooms
1 cup green beans, trimmed
6 ounces firm tofu, rinsed,drained,and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
4 kaffir lime leaves, torn
2 -4 fresh hot red chilies or 2 -4 Thai chiles, chopped (amount to taste)
fresh cilantro leaves (coriander)

Steps:

  • Heat approximately 1/3 of the coconut milk in a large pan.
  • When it starts to separate (an oily sheen will appear on the surface), add the curry paste, fish sauce, and sugar and stir to mix well.
  • Add the cleaned mushrooms and cook 1 minute.
  • Pour in the rest of the coconut milk and bring to a boil.
  • Add the green beans and tofu, then reduce heat, and simmer gently for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the kaffir lime leaves and hot chillies.
  • Garnish with cilantro before serving.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice, if desired.

THAI GREEN CURRY WITH TOFU AND VEGETABLES



Thai Green Curry with Tofu and Vegetables image

Ginger and kaffir lime leaves add freshflavor to a green curry with tofu, green beans, and zucchini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons Green Curry Paste for Thai Tofu and Vegetables
8 ounces green beans or Chinese long beans, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium), cut into 1/2-by-2-inch sticks
3/4 cup homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1/4 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
3 fresh or frozen kaffir lime leaves
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon palm or granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
4 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice, for serving
Fresh purple, Thai, or regular basil leaves; fresh bean sprouts; and lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until just starting to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add curry paste; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the green beans and zucchini; cook, stirring, until starting to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock, coconut milk, and lime leaves. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is slightly thickened, about 6 minutes. Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Simmer 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tofu, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and cook until vegetables are tender and tofu is heated through, about 4 minutes. Serve immediately over rice, garnished with basil, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.

THAI FISH CURRY - KAENG PED PLA / OR TOFU



Thai Fish Curry - Kaeng Ped Pla / or Tofu image

I have tried many thai curries over the years, and they have all been 'OK', but never quite got that authentic flavour or feel. And then other recipes have just scared me away with incredibly long lists of ingredients. I think this is a nice compromise. It is well worth marinating, it only takes a minute to throw the marinade together, then putting it all together later does not take long at all. I have made it with fish and followed the recipe to a T, with beautiful results. I have also subbed tofu and had good results. This recipe does not traditionally call for any veg to be included, it's meant to be simple. I often do add one vegetable such as red bell pepper or bok choi though, otherwise I serve with a salad. If you do add a veg, be careful not to add too much or you take away from the sauce and lose some of that soupy consistency. Keep it simple If you really wanted to add more veg I would double up on the sauce ingredients. Most of the ingredients are pretty main stream these days, my local grocery store carries it all, and certainly any Asian grocery store would. Hope you enjoy, this recipe came from a Thai food and lifestyle cookbook that was given to me as a gift.

Provided by magpie diner

Categories     Curries

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lime, juice of
4 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons thai soy sauce, or sub regular soy sauce or tamari is OK
1 fresh red chili pepper, seeded and chopped, fresh is best but sub 1/4-1/2 tsp chile powder if you have to
12 oz/ 350 g white fish, cubed
12 oz/ 350 g salmon fillets, skinned and cubed
1 cake tofu, cubed firm, instead of fish if you prefer
1 3/4 cups coconut milk (I just use one can of lite coconut milk)
3 kaffir lime leaves
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only, chopped finely, or use about 1-2 tsp of the fresh pre-minced type you can get in tu
2 cups jasmine rice, or brown basmati if you prefer
4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pinch or two brown sugar
1 red bell pepper, or other veg, cut into thin strips
2 -3 tablespoons pistachio nuts, roasted as optional garnish
3 -4 tablespoons mangoes, or other tropical fruit, diced finely, as optional garnish

Steps:

  • The Marinade, prepare at least 1-2 hours before, or even overnight:.
  • Combine the lime juice, HALF of the fish sauce, and the soy sauce in a shallow non-metallic dish.
  • Add the chile and the fish (or tofu), stir or use your hands to coat. Cover and let chill for 1-2 hours, or overnight. (If the fish or tofu is not fully immersed, turn the pieces part way through marinating).
  • Ready to cook:.
  • Start your rice as per package directions. Depending on the sort you are using, the cooking time will vary.
  • Add the curry paste to a med hot pan, warm it up a bit and then add the coconut milk, the lime leaves, the remaining fish sauce and the lemon grass. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes.
  • Add the fish, the marinade and red bell pepper or other veg if you're using one. Let it all simmer together for about 5 minutes, until the fish (or tofu) and veg are cooked. If you need to have this sit for longer, be sure not to add the veg too early or they will be over cooked.
  • At this point you may want to add a pinch of brown sugar if it tastes too sour or salty.
  • Stir the chopped fresh cilantro through the hot boiled rice.
  • Serve the curry with the rice, garnish the curry with pistachio nuts and/or chopped mango if you like -- it adds a nice touch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1841, Fat 63.8, SaturatedFat 26.8, Cholesterol 496.1, Sodium 2613.5, Carbohydrate 96.7, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 12.4, Protein 212.7

THAI TOFU W/RED CURRY SAUCE OVER COCONUT SCALLION RICE



Thai Tofu W/Red Curry Sauce over Coconut Scallion Rice image

I got this from a friend who adapted it from Vegetarian Planet cookbook. The rice is especially good the next day.

Provided by Chandra M

Categories     Curries

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest, grated or 10 dried kaffir lime leaves
1 1/4 cups coconut milk
2 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice (or basmati or other long grain)
2/3 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped for garnish
2 large garlic cloves
1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
1 tablespoon fish sauce or 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil (3 TBSP in sauce, remainder to fry tofu)
1 tablespoon chili sauce (such as sriracha, to taste)
1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups broccoli, cut in small pieces
1 cup scallion, chopped (white & green parts)

Steps:

  • If using lime leaves (dried), soak in hot water for 30 minutes.
  • Bring coconut milk, 2 1/2 cups water, 1 tsp salt to a boil, then add rice.
  • Cover the pan and reduce heat to lowest setting.
  • Cook for 25 minutes.
  • Pan fry tofu until golden brown.
  • Drain on papertowel & set aside.
  • Chop lime leaves in small pieces.
  • In a food processor or blender, combine lime rind/leaves, 2/3 cup cilantro, garlic, & peanuts.
  • Run the machine in spurts.
  • With the machine running, add the fish sauce & 3 TBSP oil, then the chili sauce.
  • Transfer mixture to bowl.
  • Put broccoli and 1/2 cup water in pan.
  • Cover and steam for 2 minutes.
  • Add sauce, stir for 1 minute, then add tofu.
  • Stir scallions into rice.
  • Serve tofu curry over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.3, Fat 53.4, SaturatedFat 18.1, Sodium 1075.6, Carbohydrate 75, Fiber 8, Sugar 8.4, Protein 20.2

THAI PANANG CURRY WITH BABY EGGPLANTS AND TOFU



Thai Panang Curry with Baby Eggplants and Tofu image

A Thai-inspired recipe with eggplants and tofu. I am not Asian, and I don't want to claim this is an authentic Thai recipe! I had baby eggplants at hand, and I looked for ways to cook them. I couldn't find a single recipe that would satisfy me, so I got inspiration by 3-4 different ones, based on the ingredients I had available. The ready-made curry paste made it easy to prepare, and tasty for us. :) Serve with rice.

Provided by Pink Manta

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon oil, or as needed
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
2 tablespoons sesame oil, or more to taste
½ onion, chopped
1 ¾ ounces panang curry paste
5 sweet chiles, halved and seeded
⅔ (14 ounce) can coconut milk
12 baby eggplants, quartered, or more as desired
½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
12 cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry tofu until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add sesame oil and onion to the same skillet and cook onion until soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add curry paste and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Add chiles; cook and stir for another 1 to 2 minutes. Add coconut milk and bring to a boil, mixing well.
  • Add eggplants and bell pepper to the skillet with the coconut milk. Cook until eggplant is almost tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add tofu and tomatoes; cook until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.9 calories, Carbohydrate 72.4 g, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 38.9 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 185 mg, Sugar 29 g

Tips

  • For a crispier tofu: Press the tofu properly before cooking. Wrap the tofu in a few layers of paper towels and place a heavy object on top for 30 minutes. This will help remove excess moisture and allow the tofu to absorb the marinade better.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the tofu its flavor, so make sure it's packed with spices and herbs. Some good options include ginger, garlic, lemongrass, chili paste, and soy sauce.
  • Cook the tofu in a hot pan: This will help create a nice sear and prevent the tofu from sticking. If the pan is not hot enough, the tofu will release its moisture and become mushy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the tofu, make sure to leave enough space between each piece so that they can cook evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the tofu will steam instead of fry.
  • Serve the tofu with a flavorful sauce: A good sauce will help to enhance the flavor of the tofu and make it even more delicious. Some good options include a peanut sauce, a sweet and sour sauce, or a chili sauce.

Conclusion

Thai curry tofu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of protein and fiber, and it can be made with a variety of different spices and vegetables. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, Thai curry tofu is a great option.

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