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Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut and harissa Sauce

Name: Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut and harissa
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 0 500 grams super firm or firm tofu; 0 2 tablespoons olive oil; 0 Pinch kosher salt; 0 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 0 1 cup thinly sliced shallots; 0 2 tablespoons minced ginger; 0 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk; 0 1 to 2 tablespoons Original Harissa; 0 4 teaspoons red curry paste; 0 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut or brown sugar; 0 1 teaspoon ground coriander (optional); 0 1 teaspoon kosher salt

February 20, 2024

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Spicy Tofu with Creamy Coconut and harissa

Explore the exotic flavors of Pan-Fried Tofu in Spicy Coconut Sauce—a tantalizing dish that marries crispy tofu cubes with a rich, aromatic coconut sauce infused with ginger, shallots, and fiery spices, including our Original Harissa for an extra kick of flavor. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, with the golden tofu soaking up the vibrant flavors of the sauce. Garnished with scallions and toasted sesame seeds, this dish is a delightful journey to Southeast Asia, perfect for bringing a touch of adventure to your dining table.

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Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

Tofu

500 grams super firm or firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch kosher salt

Sauce

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots
2 tablespoons minced ginger
1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
1 to 2 tablespoons Original Harissa
4 teaspoons red curry paste
1 1/2 teaspoons coconut or brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Prepare Tofu

When you remove the blocks of tofu from the package, the tofu should feel very dense. If the tofu has been sitting in a lot of liquid, pat the blocks of tofu with a towel. Then, slice the tofu into 1-inch cubes.

Pan Fry Tofu

Heat a large non-stick pan with 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Transfer the tofu pieces to the pan, Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt over the tofu.
Pan fry the tofu until the bottom side is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip them over to another side and pan fry the tofu until golden brown. Sprinkle another 1/4 teaspoon of salt over the tofu pieces.
Once you’ve fried at least 4 sides of the tofu, turn off the heat.

Cook the Sauce

Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook them for about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent them from burning. The shallots should be quite soft at this stage.
Add the minced ginger and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.Add the coconut milk, Original Harissa, red curry paste, coriander, salt, and sugar to the pan. Increase the heat to medium-high and let the sauce simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
Turn off the heat.
Add the fried tofu to the pan and stir to coat the tofu pieces with the sauce.
Transfer the tofu to a serving dish. Garnish with scallions, red pepper flakes, and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve the tofu with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables like roasted asparagus or blanched broccoli.