spicy stir-fried tofu with coconut rice (recipe, vegan)

[Guest guest]

I'm starting to dig back into the stacks of Vegetarian Times I have

around here. I took the extra step of draining and freezing the tofu to

give it more texture. My boyfriend likes it better that way. This is

one of those recipes that would be good to show someone that tofu isn't

just white, wiggly bricks. Oh, and this rice just melts in your mouth.

 

Laura

 

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Spicy Stir-Fried Tofu with Coconut Rice

 

Serving Size : 6

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1 tablespoon asian sesame oil

1 small onion -- finely diced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger -- minced

1 small garlic clove -- minced

1/4 teaspoon turmeric

1 3/4 cups basmati rice -- uncooked

1 can low-fat coconut milk (15 oz)

1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind

1/2 teaspoon salt

20 ounces extra-firm tofu -- well drained and cut into

1/2 " dice

1 tablespoon ground coriander

1 tablespoon ground cumin

2 teaspoons granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne

2 tablespoons peanut oil

4 scallions -- white and light green parts

coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1/2 cup fresh cilantro -- chopped

 

RICE: In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add onion,

ginger, garlic and turmeric and cook, stirring often, for 8 minutes.

Add rice to saucepan, stirring to coat. Add coconut milk, 2 cups water,

lime peel and salt. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to

low, cover and cook until rice is tender, stirring twice during

cooking, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered,

while you prepare tofu. Don't worry if mixture looks wet--liquid will

be absorbed by the time you're ready to serve.

 

In large bowl, combine tofu, coriander, cumin, sugar, salt, paprika and

cayenne. Using a rubber spatula, toss gently to coat. In wok or large

skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu and stir-fry until

crispy and golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Add scallions and stir-fry until

just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in lime juice.

 

Divide coconut rice among plates and spoon tofu mixture on top. Garnish

with cilantro and serve hot.

 

Source: " Vegetarian Times "

Copyright: " April 1999 "

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