COCONUT CURRIED TOFU WITH GREEN JASMINE RICE

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Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut*
1 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
1 cup (packed) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 cup unsweetened light coconut milk**
4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
16 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained, patted dry, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 cup whole small cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Stir shredded coconut in small nonstick skillet over medium heat until light golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl.
  • Bring 1 3/4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Stir in rice; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, puree cilantro, 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1 teaspoon ginger, lime juice, and half of garlic in blender. Mix puree and coconut into rice. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add tofu; stir-fry until golden, about 6 minutes. Add onions, curry, cumin, red pepper, remaining ginger, and remaining garlic. Stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and remaining coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide rice among 4 plates. Top with tofu mixture. Sprinkle with peanuts.
  • *Available at specialty foods stores and natural foods stores.
  • **Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets.

Keriya Abdulakim
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This dish was a complete disaster! The coconut curry sauce curdled, the tofu was burnt, and the green jasmine rice was mushy. I don't know what I did wrong, but I will never be making this dish again.


siyam Hossain
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as expected. The coconut curry sauce was too thin and watery, and the tofu was not crispy at all. The green jasmine rice was also undercooked. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I was disappoi


SARJINA AKTER STUDENT
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This dish was a bit disappointing. The coconut curry sauce was bland and lacked flavor. The tofu was also overcooked and dry. The green jasmine rice was the only saving grace, but it wasn't enough to make up for the rest of the dish.


Constantin Sava
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The coconut curry sauce was rich and creamy, and the tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The green jasmine rice was also a nice touch, adding a delicate fragrance and flavor. Overall


Richelle Fiscus
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Overall, this dish was a success. The coconut curry sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the tofu was cooked perfectly. However, I found the green jasmine rice to be a bit bland. Next time, I would try using a different type of rice, such as basmati o


junior nuwamanya
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The coconut curry sauce was rich and flavorful, and the tofu was cooked perfectly. The green jasmine rice was also a nice touch, adding a subtle floral aroma and flavor. I would reco


Tari Francis
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This coconut curried tofu with green jasmine rice was simply divine! The creamy coconut sauce and fragrant curry spices were the perfect complement to the tender tofu and fluffy rice. I especially loved the addition of bell peppers and snow peas, whi


Tawhit Mondol
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this dish changed my mind. The coconut curry sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the tofu absorbed all of the delicious flavors. The green jasmine rice was also a great addition, adding a delicate fragrance and f


Junior Fairweather
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This dish was a hit with my family! The coconut curry sauce was rich and flavorful, and the tofu was cooked perfectly. The green jasmine rice was a nice touch, adding a subtle floral aroma and flavor. We all agreed that this dish was a keeper and wil


Inkasar Aziz
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Just wow! This coconut curried tofu with green jasmine rice turned out even better than I had hoped. The creamy coconut sauce and flavorful curry spices were the perfect complement to the tender tofu and fluffy rice. I especially appreciated the fact


ThielMan A
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This coconut curried tofu with green jasmine rice was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly harmonious, with the coconut milk adding a creamy richness and the curry spices providing a perfect balance of warmth and depth. The tofu was perfe


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