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Vegan Thai Green Curry

Vegan Thai Green Curry

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Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of this Vegan Thai Green Curry, a comforting dish that brings the essence of Thailand to your table. With its creamy coconut milk base and aromatic blend of fresh herbs and spices, this curry is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. The combination of tofu and broccoli not only adds nutrition but also a satisfying texture, making it a wholesome meal. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, allowing you to savor the delightful taste without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with jasmine rice or quinoa for a deliciously fulfilling experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 block (16 oz) extra firm tofu
  • 1 large head young broccoli, cut into florets (also called broccolini)
  • Avocado oil
  • Kosher salt and white pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp (18 g) avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup (70 g) Thai green curry paste
  • 2 (50 g) shallots, roughly chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves (21 g)
  • 2” piece (18 g) ginger, finely minced
  • 3 fresh lemongrass stalks, finely minced (use the soft inner part) (18 g)
  • 1/2 cup (10 g) fresh thai basil
  • 1 bunch cilantro (45 g), stems only, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup (20 g) cilantro leaves, packed
  • 2 (14 oz) cans full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup water (add little by little)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 6 lime leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup thai basil leaves
  • 1 lime, both zest and juice
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Jasmine white rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F and line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  2. Tear tofu into bite-sized chunks and cut broccoli into small florets; spread evenly on pans.
  3. Season tofu and broccoli with salt, white pepper, and avocado oil; roast until golden brown (tofu: 22 min, broccoli: 10-12 min).
  4. Blend curry paste ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth.
  5. In a large skillet, sauté the curry paste with coconut milk until fragrant. Add remaining coconut milk, soy sauce, coconut sugar, lime leaves, and simmer.
  6. Stir in roasted tofu and broccoli; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Remove lime leaves, stir in fresh Thai basil and lime juice before serving over rice.

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