EASY COCONUT CURRY WITH TOFU

Sometimes you just need to cuddle. So, here’s this EASY COCONUT CURRY WITH TOFU.

You’re welcome!

What’s not to love about a nice, warm bowl of curry?

This easy curry recipe will give you all the feels with none of the hassle. No need to run to a specialty store for any weird ingredients. And, you can swap out any veggies for what you have in your fridge right now… simple!

You an make it spicy if you want by adding some red pepper flakes or a bit of hot sauce. Serve with some white rice, or mix everything together… that’s my favorite way!

You’re going to want to make this on a weekly basis. Guaranteed!

Let's get cooking!

EASY COCONUT CURRY WITH TOFU

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• 1 block firm tofu, cut into squares

• 4 tsp olive oil, divided

• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 cup kale (packed), destemmed and chopped

• 1/2 cup carrots, chopped

• 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped

• 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 tsp cumin

• 1/2 tsp coriander

• 1/2 tsp turmeric

• 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 2 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup canned full fat coconut milk (plus more if needed)

• 1/4 cup dry split red lentils (optional for a thicker curry)

• 4 cups of cooked rice

HOW TO MAKE IT:

1. Heat 2 tsp of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown the tofu, stirring frequently until it's evenly golden-brown. Set aside.

2. In the same skillet, heat 1 tsp of oil and sauté the onion and vegetables (except the kale) until tender. Set aside.

3. Add another 1 tsp of oil to the skillet and add the garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili flakes (if using), and salt. Cook for about 1 minute or until flagrant.

4. Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, tofu, cooked vegetables and kale.

5. If using split red lentils, add those in now.

6. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.

7. Remove from the heat and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

8. Serve with white rice and enjoy!

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Recipe adapted from goodhousekeeping.com