VEGETABLE TOFU SOUP WITH LEMONGRASS AND COCONUT MILK

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This is a Vietnamese-inspired soup, showcasing the fragrance of lemongrass. So good! Serve garnished with chopped cilantro. Depending on the curry powder you use, you may want to kick the heat up a notch with some chopped red chile peppers or hot sauce.

Provided by Uncle Jeffy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h13m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
2 tablespoons curry powder
3 cups vegetable stock
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 large yam, cut into chunks
2 large carrots, cut into chunks
2 ribs celery, chopped
½ cup red lentils
¼ cup minced lemongrass
2 tablespoons white sugar
salt to taste
1 (12 ounce) package medium-firm tofu, cubed and patted dry

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add curry powder; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour vegetable stock and coconut milk into the pot. Add yam, carrots, celery, lentils, lemongrass, and sugar. Increase heat to medium-high; bring to a boil. Reduce heat slightly; simmer until vegetables soften, 10 to 15 minutes. Season soup with salt.
  • Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu in a single layer; cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Stir tofu into soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 218.9 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Keshika Vithanage
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I'm really impressed with this soup. It's healthy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Zabi Aslam
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Brad Shouse
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I can't wait to make this soup again. It's so delicious and comforting.


Subas Subas
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This soup is a must-try for any tofu lover!


Md Jibon Rahman
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I'm so glad I tried this soup. It's now one of my favorites!


Jeremy Agyeman obeng
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This is the best tofu soup I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!


Anita Scott
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I'm definitely going to be making this soup again and again.


iguh James
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This soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it.


Cuenta
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Mohamad Ali
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This soup is a bit spicy, but I love that. If you don't like spicy food, you can always reduce the amount of chili paste you add.


Goodness Chukwu
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I love that this soup is made with coconut milk. It gives it a creamy and rich flavor.


Nyirangororano Jeanne
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with carrots, celery, onions, and spinach.


Angelica Olaguez
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but I really enjoyed it in this soup. It was soft and creamy, and it absorbed all the delicious flavors of the broth.??


Kailani Mclaughlin
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.?


Haylee Jensen
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I love the pop of flavor that the lemongrass and coconut milk give to this soup. It's the perfect balance of savory and sweet.?


Caitlin Van Zandt
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This soup is so easy to make, yet it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again!


nkinzi zalwango
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I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian soups, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of tofu, vegetables, lemongrass, and coconut milk is simply divine.


Sabina Pahari
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This soup is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The tofu is soft and creamy, while the vegetables are crisp and flavorful! I especially love the hint of lemongrass and coconut milk.