Jul 13 2026
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Thai Coco Curry Tofu Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Thai Coco Curry Tofu Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the tofu

    Drain the firm tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.

  2. 2

    Chop the vegetables

    Slice the bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into thin rounds or strips as preferred.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the tofu

    In a large pan or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and sauté until golden brown on all sides, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  2. 4

    Cook the vegetables

    In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and then add the sliced bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

  3. 5

    Add curry paste

    Add the red curry paste to the vegetables in the pan. Stir well to coat the vegetables and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  4. 6

    Combine with coconut milk

    Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  5. 7

    Add tofu and seasonings

    Return the sautéed tofu back into the pan. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Let the curry simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

  6. 8

    Finish with spinach

    Add the baby spinach to the curry and stir until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

  7. 9

    Garnish and serve

    Serve the Thai Coco Curry Tofu hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. It pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.

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