Panang Tofu Curry

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Panang Tofu Curry
45 min.
6
311kcal

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Looking for a dish that bursts with flavor while still being completely plant-based? Look no further than this delightful Panang Tofu Curry! Bursting with vibrant colors and rich, aromatic spices, this vegan and gluten-free dish is sure to impress even the most devoted meat lovers at your dinner table. Each bite of tender tofu, perfectly complemented by sweet carrots and crunchy red bell peppers, creates a symphony of tastes that will transport your senses straight to Southeast Asia.

This recipe utilizes a tantalizing blend of fragrant ingredients, including garlic, ginger, and lime leaves, which infuse the curry with a refreshing zest. The golden-hued turmeric adds not only a warm color but also health benefits, making this hearty meal both comforting and nourishing. With coconut milk providing a creamy texture that beautifully balances the heat of the chili paste, it's a masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of traditional Thai cuisine, all in a vegan format.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this Panang Tofu Curry is all about simplicity without sacrificing taste. It comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impressing friends at gatherings. Plus, with the ability to prep in advance, you'll love the convenience it brings. Indulge in this soul-satisfying dish that not only nourishes the body but also delights the palate!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups thick carrots peeled ( 3 medium)
  • teaspoon chili paste depending on your taste pref hot (such as sambal oelek)
  •  garlic cloves finely chopped
  • tablespoons ginger finely grated peeled
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed (firmly )
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  kaffir lime leaves 
  • 13.5 ounce coconut milk light organic canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup peanut butter organic
  • large bell pepper red cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup shallots finely chopped
  • 28 ounce spicy tofu organic firm peeled drained cut into 1-inch cubes 1 1/2 cups 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick slices carrots ( 3 medium)
  • teaspoons turmeric 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oil in heavy large skilletover medium-high heat.
  2. Addshallots, ginger, and garlic; cookuntil shallots are tender, about6 minutes.
  3. Add peanut butter,turmeric, cumin, and chili paste;stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Whisk in 1 cup water, thencoconut milk, lime leaves, andbrown sugar; bring to simmer.Season sauce with salt.
  5. Add tofu,carrots, and bell pepper; simmerover medium heat until carrotsare tender, adjusting heat tomedium-low if beginning to boiland occasionally stirring gently,about 20 minutes. Season totaste with salt. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 3 days ahead. Cool slightly,cover, and chill. Rewarm overmedium heat before serving.
  6. * Available in the Asian foodssection of many supermarketsand at Asian markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein19.77%
Fat55.48%
Carbs24.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.14
Glycemic Load
2.99
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.090869577035%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.92kcal
15.55%
Fat:19.41g
29.87%
Saturated Fat:6.54g
40.88%
Carbohydrates:19.48g
6.49%
Net Carbohydrates:15.54g
5.65%
Sugar:7.85g
8.72%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:134.33mg
5.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.56g
31.13%
Vitamin A:6208.59IU
124.17%
Vitamin C:39.52mg
47.91%
Calcium:201.77mg
20.18%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.75%
Fiber:3.94g
15.78%
Iron:2.81mg
15.61%
Vitamin E:2.18mg
14.51%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.18%
Vitamin B3:2.15mg
10.74%
Potassium:332.83mg
9.51%
Folate:35.31µg
8.83%
Magnesium:34.11mg
8.53%
Vitamin K:8.01µg
7.63%
Phosphorus:74.4mg
7.44%
Copper:0.11mg
5.4%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.73%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.26%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.86%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.64%
Selenium:1.12µg
1.6%
Source:Epicurious