Description
Comforting Thai green curry brings authentic Southeast Asian flavors to your kitchen with creamy coconut milk and fragrant herbs. Packed with fresh vegetables and tofu, this plant-based dish delivers complex spices that dance across your palate, inviting you to savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 14 ounces (400 grams) firm tofu, pressed and cubed
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bamboo shoots
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2–3 tablespoons green curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 ounces or 400 milliliters) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup Thai basil leaves
- Steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Sear tofu cubes in a large skillet with vegetable oil over medium heat until golden and crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, toast green curry paste in remaining oil for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, releasing its complex aromatics.
- Gradually incorporate coconut milk and vegetable broth, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth, uniform sauce.
- Introduce sliced bell peppers and carrots into the simmering liquid, cooking for 10 minutes until vegetables reach a tender-crisp texture.
- Reintegrate the golden tofu into the skillet, adding bamboo shoots, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Gently simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavor integration.
- Extinguish heat and fold in fresh lime juice and Thai basil leaves, creating a vibrant and aromatic finish.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning with additional soy sauce or lime juice as desired.
- Plate the verdant curry atop steamed jasmine rice, presenting a colorful and fragrant vegetarian dish.
Notes
- Crisp tofu is key, so pat it dry thoroughly before frying to achieve a golden, crunchy exterior that holds up in the sauce.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting curry paste quantity, using mild or spicy versions depending on personal preference.
- Fresh ingredients elevate the dish, so opt for vibrant Thai basil and fresh lime juice instead of bottled alternatives for maximum flavor complexity.
- Consider protein swaps like tempeh or seitan for varied texture, ensuring they’re pressed and seasoned before adding to the curry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg