Simmered Coconut Curried Tofu with Pineapple Lime Rice
Why I Love This Recipe
So easy to make, but tastes like you spent a long time on it! The pineapple/lime rice gives it just the right amount of sweetness. A family favorite! Delicious. Jen Robins
Ingredients You'll Need
1 block firm or extra firm tofu, cubed
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. sesame oil
3 tbsp. peanut butter
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tbsp. water
1 tsp. curry powder
1/4 cup coconut flakes
2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, minced
FOR PINEAPPLE LIME RICE
2 tbsp. vegan margarine
2 cups rice, cooked
1 1/2 tbsp. lime juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 16 oz. can pineapple tidbits, drained (or try fresh cubed mango)
Dash of sea salt
Directions
Saute tofu in olive oil for just a few minutes, until lightly browned.
Reduce heat to medium low and add sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, water, curry powder, stirring well to combine. Heat, gently stirring, for 4-5 minutes.
Add coconut flakes and cilantro and heat just until well combined, about 1 more minute.
Prepare pineapple lime rice. Stir vegan margarine into hot rice until melted and combined.
Add remaining ingredients, tossing gently to combine. Season to taste.
Pairs Well With
Good with green beans
