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!

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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.

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