Jul 14 2026
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Fried Tofu With Curry Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Sizzling Lunch
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Tofu and Marinade

Curry Sauce

Method

Preparing the Tofu

  1. 1

    Press the Tofu

    Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and place a heavy object on top. Allow it to press for at least 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Tofu

    Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes and place them in a bowl. Add the soy sauce and salt. Toss to coat and let marinate for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Coat the Tofu

    After marinating, sprinkle cornstarch over the tofu cubes and toss until they are evenly coated.

Frying the Tofu

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. 5

    Fry the Tofu

    Add the coated tofu cubes to the hot oil in a single layer. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Making the Curry Sauce

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, curry powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, vegetable broth, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well.

  2. 7

    Cook the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

  3. 8

    Add Vegetables

    Add the sliced red bell pepper and green onions to the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, arrange the fried tofu cubes and drizzle the curry sauce over them. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

  2. 10

    Enjoy

    Serve hot, alongside rice or noodles if desired.

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