INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1 1-pound bag frozen chopped carrots, thawed
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1 small onion, roughly chopped
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1 2-to-3-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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1 star anise pod or 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
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2 cups carrot juice
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1 pound extra-firm tofu
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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2 teaspoons curry powder
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Torn fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)