Best 3 Vegetarian Thai Red Curry Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and aromatic dish that is both healthy and satisfying, look no further than vegetarian Thai red curry. This vibrant and flavorful curry is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its rich, creamy coconut milk base, fragrant red curry paste, and an array of fresh vegetables. With its perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes, this delightful dish is not only a treat for the senses but is also a great way to enjoy a plant-based meal. So, if you are ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Thailand, let's explore some of the best vegetarian Thai red curry recipes that will surely become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

VEGGIE THAI RED CURRY



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This fragrant Thai dish is sure to get your taste buds into action, and is ready in under an hour

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 24

200g firm tofu, cubed
4-5 tbsp soy sauce
juice 3 limes
2 red chillies, 1 finely chopped, 1 sliced into rounds
2 tbsp vegetable oil
400ml can reduced-fat coconut milk
1 courgette, chopped into chunks
1 small aubergine, chopped into chunks
½ red pepper, deseeded and chopped into chunks
140g mushrooms, halved
140g sugar snap pea
20g pack basil, leaves picked
1 tsp brown sugar
jasmine rice, to serve
3 red chillies
1 lemongrass, roughly chopped
3 shallots, roughly chopped
½ red pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
zest 1 lime
stalks from 20g pack coriander
thumb-size piece ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 tsp ground coriander

Steps:

  • Whizz the paste ingredients in a food processor. Marinate the tofu in 2 tbsp soy sauce, juice 1 lime and the chopped chilli.
  • Heat half the oil in a large pan. Add 3-4 tbsp paste and fry for 2 mins. Stir in the coconut milk with 100ml water, the courgette, aubergine and pepper and cook for 10 mins until almost tender.
  • Drain the tofu, pat dry, then fry in the remaining oil in a small pan until golden.
  • Add the mushrooms, sugar snaps and most of the basil to the curry, then season with the sugar, remaining lime juice and soy sauce. Cook for 4 mins until the mushrooms are tender, then add the tofu and heat through. Scatter with sliced chilli and basil and serve with jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 3.06 milligram of sodium

VEGETARIAN THAI RED CURRY



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Spicy, creamy Thai red curry with vegetables and tofu.

Provided by Anibas

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups coconut milk
½ cup water, or more as needed
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 small zucchini, chopped
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into long, thin strips
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 teaspoons soft brown sugar
1 (8 ounce) can bamboo shoots, drained

Steps:

  • Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid. Cut tofu into cubes.
  • Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add tofu and saute, stirring occasionally, until nicely colored on all sides and moisture has cooked off, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, combine coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, and curry paste in a large wok or pan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add onion; boil for 3 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, reduce heat to medium, and cook until potatoes are nearly cooked, about 8 minutes. Add zucchini and bell peppers; simmer for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup more water if curry is too thick.
  • Cut bamboo shoots in half and discard any tough ends. Add to the curry with the basil. Add brown sugar and lime juice; taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in tofu.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 190.1 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

VEGETARIAN THAI CURRY



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More like the "yellow Thai curry," this recipe is very easy to make, and results are yummy. A great vegetarian dish for those nights when you just don't feel like meat. Serve with rice.

Provided by Kavli

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai     Main Dishes     Curry

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Thai chile pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon red chili powder
1 medium onion, cubed
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 (8 ounce) can baby corn, drained
1 medium zucchini, cubed
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt to taste
olive oil cooking spray
1 clove garlic, grated
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cubed

Steps:

  • Split chile pepper into 4 sections lengthwise, keeping it joined at the stem; set aside.
  • Heat oil in heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add ginger, turmeric, and chili powder; cook for 30 seconds. Add onion and chile pepper; cook until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add mushrooms, baby corn, zucchini, and bell pepper; cook and stir until all veggies are coated with turmeric mixture, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, basil, and salt; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Turn off heat.
  • Coat a separate pan with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tofu and pan-fry both sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the curry mixture and bring to a boil; turn off heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 20.1 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

Tips:

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have red curry paste, you can make your own by blending together dried red chilies, lemongrass, galangal, garlic, shallots, and shrimp paste.
  • Add a variety of vegetables to your curry, such as bamboo shoots, bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini.
  • If you want a spicier curry, add more red curry paste or a chopped chili pepper.
  • Serve your curry with jasmine rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian Thai red curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy vegetarian meal, give this Thai red curry a try.

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