Coconut Lime Tofu

Enjoy a taste of Thailand with this creamy and zesty Coconut Lime Tofu. This plant-based dish, perfect for a light dinner or meal prep, combines the rich flavors of coconut milk and lime with crispy tofu. It's savory, slightly spicy, and refreshingly fragrant—sure to delight your taste buds!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJNRoI1JwOb

Ingredients

🧊 14 oz extra-firm tofu
🍶 1 tablespoon soy sauce
🫒 1 tablespoon oil for frying

For the Coconut Lime Sauce:
🫒 1 tablespoon oil
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌿 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
🥥 13.5 oz can coconut milk, full-fat for richness
🌶️ 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika powder
🌿 1 teaspoon dried parsley
🧂 Salt
🧂 Pepper
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🍶 1 tablespoon soy sauce
🌶️ Chili flakes or sliced fresh chili, optional
🌿 Chopped cilantro for garnish
🍋 Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare Tofu:

• Cube the extra-firm tofu into bite-sized pieces.

2- Fry Tofu:

• Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
• Add the tofu cubes to the pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
• Fry until tofu is golden brown and crispy on all sides. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Remove and set aside.

3- Make the Sauce:

• In the same frying pan, add another tablespoon of oil.
• Sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
• Add the can of coconut milk, stirring well to avoid clumps.
• Incorporate cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried parsley into the milk. Add salt and pepper.
• Stir until the spices are well-integrated and the sauce turns a light orange-brown.

4- Combine Tofu and Sauce:

• Squeeze the lime juice into the sauce, adding a tablespoon of soy sauce. Stir to mix.
• Return the crispy tofu to the pan, coating it evenly with the sauce.
• Add chili flakes or sliced fresh chili if desired, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

5- Serve:

• Transfer to a serving bowl and top with a handful of chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2

Calories: 660
Protein: 22g
Fat: 54g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g

Equipment: Non-stick frying pan, Spatula, Wooden cutting board, Oil dispenser bottle, Measuring cup, Small pouring spoon/ladle, Spice shakers/jars, Serving bowl, Serving spoon

Cooking Tips

• For a richer sauce, opt for full-fat coconut milk.
• Modify the amount of spices and lime to suit your flavor preference.
• Ensure tofu is thoroughly browned before removing from the pan for perfect texture.

#coconut #lime #tofurecipe #plantbased #thaiflavors #dinneridea #mealprep

#simplecooq

Coconut Lime Tofu