Best 4 Thai Tofu And Green Bean Red Curry Recipes

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RED CURRY WITH TOFU



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A quick vegetarian Thai dinner. Everyone in my family will eat this tofu red curry.

Provided by Juli Warfel Bitler

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ¼ cups water, divided
2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips
1 medium onion, cut into strips
1 (15 ounce) can light coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 medium lime, juiced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
  • While the rice is cooling, slice tofu and place on a plate with cloth napkins or paper towels between the slices. Place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
  • Heat a dry, nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Add tofu and cook slowly, pressing with a spatula to release any remaining liquid, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and repeat on the other side. Remove and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onion, and remaining 1/4 cup water; cook, tossing frequently, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add coconut milk and curry paste; simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add tofu and toss to combine.
  • Serve over warm rice. Squeeze lime juice over top and garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 119.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

BROTHY THAI CURRY WITH SILKEN TOFU AND HERBS



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A jarred red curry paste is the central flavor of this wonderfully restorative and nourishing broth. Coconut milk lends a subtle creaminess, and the cherry tomatoes become bright little jammy bursts. You can use fresh tomatoes when in season, but canned tomatoes do just as well. Ladle the piping hot broth over seasoned tofu pieces and fresh herbs: The delicate silken tofu used here will absorb big flavors from the surrounding liquid.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (14-ounce) packages silken tofu, drained
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as grapeseed
2 shallots, peeled and minced
3 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 (1-inch) piece ginger, scrubbed and grated
3 tablespoons red curry paste
1 (14-ounce) can cherry tomatoes or fresh cherry tomatoes
1 quart vegetable stock
1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
Salt
1/4 cup soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil and dill
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 lime, cut into wedges, for squeezing

Steps:

  • Pat the tofu blocks dry with a clean kitchen or paper towel. Cut each block into 3 slices.
  • Heat a medium Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high. Add the oil and shallots, and stir until softened, 2 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and curry paste, stir, and cook until fragrant and the paste turns deep red, 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the tomato juices thicken slightly, 4 minutes.
  • Pour in the vegetable stock, stir, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer to slightly reduce the liquid, 10 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk, season to taste with salt and remove from the heat.
  • While the broth is simmering, divide the soft tofu into 6 bowls. Break each slice into 4 or 5 pieces. Season each bowl of tofu with 2 teaspoons of soy sauce and a few cracks of black pepper, and top with about ¼ cup of the fresh herb mix.
  • Ladle the hot broth and tomatoes over the bowls of silken tofu. Top with sliced scallions and serve hot, with lime wedges for squeezing.

CURRIED TOFU AND GREEN BEANS



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This a recipe I made from the April issue of Everyday Food. I am always looking for new tofu recipes and we love curry. I am posting it as it appeared but I made the following changes: I substituted coconut milk for the half and half, used 1 pound fresh green beans that I parboiled and a 14 ounce can of diced tomatoes with the liquid and omitted the water. This was quick and tasty and tasted great reheated the next day for lunch.

Provided by nadia murray

Categories     Curries

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained well
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon curry powder
coarse salt
ground pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 (10 ounce) box frozen cut green beans, thawed
4 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces (3 cups)
3 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Halve tofu horizontally and then crosswise to make 4 rectangles.
  • Cut each rectangle into 2 triangles.
  • Press tofu slices between 2 baking sheets lined with plenty of paper towels and weighted with a heavy skillet or canned goods for about 20 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large (12 inch) nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Cook tofu, turning once, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil, onion, and curry powder.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Cook, stirring often until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and add half and half, and 1/2 cup water; bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add tofu and green beans.
  • Cover.
  • Cook until beans are bright green, about 2 minutes.
  • Uncover; add tomatoes.
  • Cook until soft, 3-4 minutes.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.8, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 31.4, Carbohydrate 54.4, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 14.7

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.

Tips:

  • Use firm or extra-firm tofu. This will help the tofu hold its shape and not crumble when cooked.
  • Press the tofu before cooking. This will help remove excess water from the tofu, resulting in a firmer texture.
  • Cut the tofu into small cubes or slices. This will help the tofu cook evenly.
  • Marinate the tofu before cooking. This will help add flavor and moisture to the tofu.
  • Use a good quality red curry paste. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry paste to your taste. If you like it spicy, add more paste. If you prefer a milder curry, use less paste.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your curry. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the dish.
  • Serve the curry with rice or noodles. This will help soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Thai tofu and green bean red curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try!

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