STIR-FRIED TOFU, THAI-STYLE

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Basil, cilantro, mint, and peanuts give this tofu stir-fry a fresh, Thai-inspired flavor. Serve with rice noodles or jasmine rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (14 ounces) regular tofu, firm or extra-firm, drained
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
1 bunch Chinese broccoli, stems trimmed
1 small red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, thinly sliced lengthwise
Coarse salt
1/4 cup each whole basil, cilantro, and mint leaves
1/4 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Cut tofu in half widthwise. Keep the pieces stacked and cut lengthwise into thirds (creates 6 rectangles), and then cut the tofu horizontally (slicing parallel to work surface) into quarters to create 24 cubes, each about 1 inch. Press the tofu. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, curry paste, and coconut milk until blended; set aside.
  • In a large, nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over high heat. Add the tofu and sear without moving until the cubes have browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully turn the tofu and sear other side until browned, about 2 minutes more. Turn and sear a third side, again for about 2 minutes. Remove tofu to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat. Add the broccoli, red pepper, 3 tablespoons of water, and salt to taste; cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are almost tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Return tofu to the skillet and stir in the sauce. Cook to heat and blend flavors, about 1 minute. Serve immediately, garnishing each portion with basil, cilantro, mint, and peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 20 g

Lekhanya Ntheoleng
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I love the way the sauce coats the tofu in this dish.


dianne pears
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Kayd Sugaal
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Ahmed Boos
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu.


Zemira Rogers
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was crispy and flavorful.


Hillary Ugwuja
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Dimakatso Leboela
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Ariunbold Azjargal
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Nia abbasi
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


Enrique R. del Bosque
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This dish was delicious! The tofu was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Xatira Xatira
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I love this recipe! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Mauro Lara
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the addition of the peanuts, which added a nice crunch.


Payton Keeling
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce is perfectly balanced.


N2k Gamer
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This stir-fried tofu was a hit! The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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