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Lime-Curry Tofu Stir-Fry

Name: Lime-Curry Tofu Stir-Fry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-sized cubes; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root; 2 tablespoons red curry paste; 1 pound zucchini, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk; 0.5 cup chopped fresh basil

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This is a quick and tasty sweet and sour dish. I like to marinate the tofu in the same sauce used on the dish, and then bake it at 375 degrees for 20 minutes--it makes the tofu really take on the flavor of the sauce.

Recipe by Kate Przybylo

Updated on January 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 pound zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
½ cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

Heat the peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the tofu and stir-fry until golden brown. Remove the tofu and set aside, leaving the remaining oil in the wok.
Stir the ginger and curry paste into the hot oil for a few seconds until the curry paste is fragrant and the ginger begins to turn golden. Add the zucchini and bell pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. Pour in the lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, coconut milk, and tofu. Bring the coconut milk to a simmer, and cook a few minutes until the vegetables are tender and the tofu is hot. Stir in the chopped basil just before serving.

Save some of the tofu from the stir-fry for a simple next-day lunch, this Asian Tofu Salad by user StrawberryShortcake:

Toss reserved stir-fried tofu with one 5-ounce package mixed greens in a large serving bowl. Add 4 supremed clementines and 1 cup sliced cucumbers. Add one 3-ounce package crushed ramen noodles (omit seasoning packet) and 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds. Toss with 1/4 cup bottled Asian sesame dressing.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

425	Calories
39g	Fat
21g	Carbs
18g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 425
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39g	50%
Saturated Fat 21g	103%
Sodium 856mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 21g	8%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 18g
Vitamin C 63mg	317%
Calcium 253mg	19%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 805mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.