Best 10 Thai Red Curry With Asparagus And Tofu Oh My Veggies Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with our delectable Thai Red Curry with Asparagus and Tofu. This tantalizing dish features the perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, sure to delight your palate. The aromatic red curry paste, made from a blend of fragrant herbs and spices, forms the heart of this dish, infusing it with a rich and complex flavor. Tender asparagus spears add a crisp texture and a pop of bright green color, while firm tofu absorbs the flavorful sauce, becoming a savory delight. Accompanying this main course are four additional recipes that explore the diverse culinary landscape of Thailand:

- **Thai Coconut Rice:** A fragrant and fluffy rice dish infused with the delicate sweetness of coconut milk, perfect for soaking up the aromatic curry sauce.

- **Spicy Cucumber Salad:** A refreshing and tangy salad that provides a cooling contrast to the richness of the curry. Thinly sliced cucumbers are tossed in a vibrant dressing made with lime juice, fish sauce, and chili peppers.

- **Crispy Fried Onions:** These golden-brown onions add a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness to the dish. They serve as a flavorful garnish and add an extra layer of texture.

- **Steamed Jasmine Rice:** A classic Thai side dish, known for its delicate aroma and fluffy texture. It's the perfect blank canvas to showcase the bold flavors of the curry.

Let's cook with our recipes!

VEGETARIAN PAD THAI



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This is a simple pad thai loaded with crisp vegetables and zesty flavor. It's quick, simple, and fresh-tasting. -Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 teaspoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
4 green onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups bean sprouts
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Chopped peanuts, optional
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse well and drain again. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and lime juice., In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry carrots and pepper until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add green onions and garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from pan., Reduce heat to medium. Pour eggs into same pan; cook and stir until no liquid egg remains. Stir in carrot mixture, noodles and sauce mixture; heat through. Add bean sprouts; toss to combine. Top with cilantro and, if desired, peanuts. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

EASY VEGAN RED CURRY WITH TOFU AND VEGETABLES



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You can use any vegetable combination for this vegan Thai curry. I usually just raid my fridge and use whatever needs to go. The cooking goes really fast, so it is best to do all the prep in advance. Do check the spiciness of your Thai curry paste before using it - there is a wide variety and you don't want to ruin your curry with too much curry paste. Better to start with a smaller amount and then add.

Provided by lilofrance

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Curries     Vegetarian

Time 49m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
3 tablespoons light soy sauce, or more to taste
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste, or more to taste
8 ounces broccoli florets
1 (4 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 leek, cut lengthwise, washed, trimmed, and sliced thin
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
1 squeeze lemon juice, or to taste
1 pinch white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine tofu and 3 tablespoons soy sauce in a small bowl and marinate for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the solid top layer of coconut cream from the coconut milk can and heat in a wok over medium heat. Add curry paste and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add tofu, broccoli, mushrooms, leek, and carrot and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Pour in remaining coconut milk and simmer until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Season with soy sauce, lemon juice, and sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 518.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

RED CURRY WITH TOFU & VEGETABLES



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Red Thai curry paste is pretty hot so I start with a small amount and add more if needed. Serve this curry over rice to soak up the sauce.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, rinsed, patted dry and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1 -2 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1/2 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, quartered

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet (I use my nonstick wok) over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring every 2-3 minutes, until browned, about 6-8 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
  • Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet potato and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk, broth and curry paste to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato is just tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the tofu, green beans and brown sugar; return to a simmer and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in lime juice and salt. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with lime wedges, over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 370.8, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 9.8, Protein 11.1

VEGETARIAN THAI RED CURRY



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Spicy, creamy Thai red curry with vegetables and tofu.

Provided by Anibas

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups coconut milk
½ cup water, or more as needed
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 small zucchini, chopped
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into long, thin strips
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 teaspoons soft brown sugar
1 (8 ounce) can bamboo shoots, drained

Steps:

  • Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid. Cut tofu into cubes.
  • Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add tofu and saute, stirring occasionally, until nicely colored on all sides and moisture has cooked off, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, combine coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, and curry paste in a large wok or pan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add onion; boil for 3 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, reduce heat to medium, and cook until potatoes are nearly cooked, about 8 minutes. Add zucchini and bell peppers; simmer for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup more water if curry is too thick.
  • Cut bamboo shoots in half and discard any tough ends. Add to the curry with the basil. Add brown sugar and lime juice; taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in tofu.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 190.1 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

VEGGIE THAI RED CURRY



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This fragrant Thai dish is sure to get your taste buds into action, and is ready in under an hour

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 24

200g firm tofu, cubed
4-5 tbsp soy sauce
juice 3 limes
2 red chillies, 1 finely chopped, 1 sliced into rounds
2 tbsp vegetable oil
400ml can reduced-fat coconut milk
1 courgette, chopped into chunks
1 small aubergine, chopped into chunks
½ red pepper, deseeded and chopped into chunks
140g mushrooms, halved
140g sugar snap pea
20g pack basil, leaves picked
1 tsp brown sugar
jasmine rice, to serve
3 red chillies
1 lemongrass, roughly chopped
3 shallots, roughly chopped
½ red pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
zest 1 lime
stalks from 20g pack coriander
thumb-size piece ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 tsp ground coriander

Steps:

  • Whizz the paste ingredients in a food processor. Marinate the tofu in 2 tbsp soy sauce, juice 1 lime and the chopped chilli.
  • Heat half the oil in a large pan. Add 3-4 tbsp paste and fry for 2 mins. Stir in the coconut milk with 100ml water, the courgette, aubergine and pepper and cook for 10 mins until almost tender.
  • Drain the tofu, pat dry, then fry in the remaining oil in a small pan until golden.
  • Add the mushrooms, sugar snaps and most of the basil to the curry, then season with the sugar, remaining lime juice and soy sauce. Cook for 4 mins until the mushrooms are tender, then add the tofu and heat through. Scatter with sliced chilli and basil and serve with jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 3.06 milligram of sodium

VEGETABLE AND TOFU RED CURRY



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Categories     Soy     Vegetable     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Tofu     Curry     Broccoli     Corn     Bell Pepper     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup jasmine rice
1 3/4 cups water
1 medium onion, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large garlic clove, chopped
2 teaspoons bottled Asian red-curry paste such as Thai Kitchen brand
1 (14-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk (not low-fat)
1 teaspoon salt
1 (1-lb) package frozen mixed vegetables such as broccoli, corn, and red peppers
1 (14- to 16-oz) block firm tofu, rinsed, patted dry, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
Accompaniments: fresh cilantro sprigs; lime wedges

Steps:

  • Rinse rice briefly in a sieve and drain, shaking sieve to remove excess water. Bring rice and 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over high heat, then cover pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook rice over low heat until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook onion in oil in a wide 4-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to moderate, then add garlic and curry paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in coconut milk, salt, and remaining 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Stir in vegetables and return to a boil. Cover pot, then reduce heat and cook at a brisk simmer, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Gently stir in tofu and simmer curry, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove pot from heat and stir in fish sauce and salt to taste. Serve curry with rice.

THAI GREEN CURRY WITH TOFU AND VEGETABLES



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Ginger and kaffir lime leaves add freshflavor to a green curry with tofu, green beans, and zucchini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons Green Curry Paste for Thai Tofu and Vegetables
8 ounces green beans or Chinese long beans, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium), cut into 1/2-by-2-inch sticks
3/4 cup homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1/4 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
3 fresh or frozen kaffir lime leaves
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon palm or granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
4 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice, for serving
Fresh purple, Thai, or regular basil leaves; fresh bean sprouts; and lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until just starting to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add curry paste; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the green beans and zucchini; cook, stirring, until starting to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock, coconut milk, and lime leaves. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is slightly thickened, about 6 minutes. Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Simmer 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tofu, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and cook until vegetables are tender and tofu is heated through, about 4 minutes. Serve immediately over rice, garnished with basil, bean sprouts, and lime wedges.

COCONUT RED CURRY WITH TOFU



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This simple weeknight red curry relies on jarred or canned red curry paste for flavor, which you can find at larger supermarkets and specialty markets. Transfer leftover canned curry paste to a jar, top it with a little oil and store in the refrigerator for up to a month. Or freeze for longer storage. Feel free to substitute other vegetables for the mushrooms and snow peas, though you might have to increase the cooking time slightly if using something dense like carrot or cubed winter squash.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

14 ounces extra-firm tofu
1 tablespoon peanut or safflower oil
1-inch ginger root, peeled and minced
2 shallots or 1 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Thai chile or 2 serrano peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro stems
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, more to taste
3 tablespoons prepared red curry paste
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
Zest and juice of 1 lime
1 cup snow peas
Basil and/or cilantro leaves, for garnish
Brown or white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut tofu into 1-inch slabs and place on paper towel-lined baking sheet. Cover with another layer of paper towels and place another baking sheet on top. Let sit for 20 minutes. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add ginger, shallots, garlic, chile and cilantro stems, and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt. Stir in curry paste and cook 2 minutes. Pour in coconut milk, scraping up any curry paste with a wooden spoon. Add fish sauce, lime zest and juice. Add tofu cubes and snow peas. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and the snow peas are tender, 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Taste and add more salt and/or fish sauce if needed.
  • Serve warm with brown rice and a scattering of torn basil and/or cilantro leaves on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 281, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 561 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

BROTHY THAI CURRY WITH SILKEN TOFU AND HERBS



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A jarred red curry paste is the central flavor of this wonderfully restorative and nourishing broth. Coconut milk lends a subtle creaminess, and the cherry tomatoes become bright little jammy bursts. You can use fresh tomatoes when in season, but canned tomatoes do just as well. Ladle the piping hot broth over seasoned tofu pieces and fresh herbs: The delicate silken tofu used here will absorb big flavors from the surrounding liquid.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (14-ounce) packages silken tofu, drained
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as grapeseed
2 shallots, peeled and minced
3 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 (1-inch) piece ginger, scrubbed and grated
3 tablespoons red curry paste
1 (14-ounce) can cherry tomatoes or fresh cherry tomatoes
1 quart vegetable stock
1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
Salt
1/4 cup soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil and dill
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 lime, cut into wedges, for squeezing

Steps:

  • Pat the tofu blocks dry with a clean kitchen or paper towel. Cut each block into 3 slices.
  • Heat a medium Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high. Add the oil and shallots, and stir until softened, 2 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and curry paste, stir, and cook until fragrant and the paste turns deep red, 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the tomato juices thicken slightly, 4 minutes.
  • Pour in the vegetable stock, stir, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer to slightly reduce the liquid, 10 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk, season to taste with salt and remove from the heat.
  • While the broth is simmering, divide the soft tofu into 6 bowls. Break each slice into 4 or 5 pieces. Season each bowl of tofu with 2 teaspoons of soy sauce and a few cracks of black pepper, and top with about ¼ cup of the fresh herb mix.
  • Ladle the hot broth and tomatoes over the bowls of silken tofu. Top with sliced scallions and serve hot, with lime wedges for squeezing.

ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY



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With its flavorful ginger sauce and fresh vegetables, this tasty dish is a favorite. I get rave reviews every time I serve it, and it doesn't bother my husband's food allergies. Check out our guide if you're new to tofu. -Phyllis Smith, Chimacum, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1-1/4 cups vegetable broth
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry 1 teaspoon ginger in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add squash; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add onions; stir-fry 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry tofu, salt, pepper and remaining ginger in remaining oil for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add asparagus mixture and tofu; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut or frozen vegetables.
  • For a creamier curry, use coconut milk instead of vegetable broth.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice at the end of cooking for a brighter flavor.
  • Serve with jasmine rice or your favorite noodles.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro, basil, or mint.
  • For a vegan version, omit the fish sauce and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Conclusion:

This Thai red curry with asparagus and tofu is a delicious and easy-to-make vegan dish. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or just looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, this recipe is a great option. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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