Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu

Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu

This Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu makes for a great vegan dinner. This creamy, sour, and spicy tofu tastes great over steamed rice or noodles.

Ingredients

  • chillies
    8
  • shiitake mushrooms
    3
  • garlic
    3 clove
  • 1" piece of ginger
  • shallots
    2
  • 500g firm tofu
  • 400ml coconut milk
  • 2tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/2tbsp palm sugar or brown sugar
  • lime
    ½
  • fresh red chillies
    2
  • Thai basil

    coriander can also be used

    1 handful
  • 3tbsp neutral flavoured oil

    e.g. sunflower/rapeseed/vegetable

  • 1tbsp cornflour

    this is cornflour for UK readers and corn starch for US readers

  • 1/2tsp salt

Directions

  1. 1

    First start by deseeding the dried chillies, this will be very easy to do and can be done by hand

  2. 2

    Then place the dried chillies and dried mushrooms into a heat resistant bowl. Pour over boiling water to submerge, then cover the bowl and allow to sit for 15 minutes

  3. 3

    After soaking, transfer the chillies and mushrooms to a food processor or blender. Along with the shallots, garlic, and ginger. Add 3-4 tablespoons of the soaking water from the mushrooms and chillies to help the food processor/blender process the aromatics

  4. 4

    Blitz the mixture to form a chilli paste, this won't take long at all

  5. 5

    Then chop up the firm tofu into bite sized pieces and place into a mixing bowl along with 1tbsp of the oil, the salt, and the cornflour (this is cornflour for UK readers, corn starch for US readers)

  6. 6

    Gently mix everything together until the tofu is evenly coated, and air fry at 185'C/365'F for 15 minutes, flipping them over half way. They should be crispy and golden all over

  7. 7

    Whilst the tofu is air frying, place the remaining 2tbsp of oil into a pan and place over a medium-low heat. Sauté the chilli paste for 2-3 minutes to cook out the rawness from the aromatics

  8. 8

    Then turn the heat down to low and add in the coconut milk. Fill up the empty coconut milk tin half way with water and swish around (no coconut milk waste!) and pour this into the pan as well

  9. 9

    Also add in the soy sauce, sugar, and lime zest from half of the lime. Simmer everything on a low heat for around 2-3 minutes

  10. 10

    Add all of the tofu to the coconut sauce along with the sliced fresh red chillies, the Thai basil/coriander, and a squeeze of lime juice from half of the lime. Simmer for just a minute or so to heat through

  11. 11

    Serve over steamed rice or any noodles of choice

Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu

Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu

30 min417 cal

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About this Recipe

Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu: Your New Go-To Vegan Dinner!

Craving a vibrant, flavourful vegan dinner that comes together in a flash? Look no further than this incredible Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu recipe! This isn't just any tofu dish; it's a dynamic blend of creamy, sour, and spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Perfect for busy weeknights, this is truly one of those delightful 30 minute meals you'll add to your regular rotation.

What makes our Creamy Coconut Lime Tofu so special? We start with firm tofu, creating a robust base that beautifully absorbs the rich, aromatic sauce. The secret lies in the harmonious balance of ingredients: earthy dried shiitake mushrooms and pungent aromatics like ginger, garlic, and shallots form the foundation. Dried chillies bring a gentle warmth, while creamy coconut milk mellows the heat and provides that luscious texture. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a touch of palm sugar cut through the richness, delivering that irresistible sweet, sour, and spicy profile reminiscent of authentic Thai style tofu recipes.

This isn't just a simple coconut tofu dish; it's a journey for your palate. The vibrant sauce, often described as a coconut tofu curry, pairs wonderfully with your choice of staple. Serve this sensational chilli lime tofu over a bed of fluffy steamed rice to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce, or toss it with slippery noodles for a slurp-worthy experience. Garnish with fresh red chillies and fragrant Thai basil (or coriander) for an extra burst of flavour and colour. Dive into the world of delicious vegan tofu recipes and discover how incredible plant-based eating can be with this unforgettable dish!

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