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Crispy Tofu Filet with Lemongrass Curry
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Crispy Tofu Filet with Lemongrass Curry
Crispy Tofu Fillets served with a rich and fragrant Lemongrass Curry make for a bold and flavorful plant-based meal. Firm tofu is coated in a coconut-cornstarch mixture, fried until golden, and served over steamed rice. The lemongrass curry, made with creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices, ties the dish together. Finished with fresh coriander and a drizzle of chili oil, itβs a meal thatβs satisfying and sustainable.
Serves
2
Time
35 min
CO2e
Tofu = 1.2 kg
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Steps
Prepare Coconut Crusted Tofu:
- Cut tofu into slabs and coat evenly with soy sauce. Set aside.
β - In a shallow bowl, combine desiccated coconut and corn starch. Season with salt and pepper.
β - Coat each tofu slab with the coconut-corn starch mixture.
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- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add spring onions, garlic, ginger, Thai chili, and lemongrass. SautΓ© until fragrant.
β - Stir in turmeric and soy sauce.
β - Pour in coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes.
β - Add palm sugar, stirring until dissolved and sauce thickens slightly.
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- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
β - Fry coconut-corn starch coated tofu slabs until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
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- Serve cooked rice on plates.
β - Top with lemongrass curry.
β - Place coconut crusted tofu on curry.
β - Garnish with crispy chili oil, fresh coriander leaves, and sesame seeds if desired.
Enjoy !
Nutrition info
Nutrition per serving
Calories
560
28%
Protein
17g
34%
Fat
37g
53%
Saturates
27g
135%
Fibre
7g
28%
Carbs
42g
16%
Sugars
8g
9%
Salt
1.7g
28%
Reference Intake (RI %) for adults
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