tofu with green beans and coconut
A quick and delicious vegan meal. Your meat loving family won't miss the meat at all!
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prep time
10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 1/2 pound green beans
- 1 package extra firm tofu (see note)
- 1/4 cup shallot, minced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ginger, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk, full fat
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar or raw sugar
- 2 - scallions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- GARNISHES
- scallions, chopped
- lime wedges
- thai basil (or cilantro), chopped
How To Make tofu with green beans and coconut
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Step 1This is best when using pressed tofu. If you have a press, use it. If not, be sure to use extra firm tofu. Cut the tofu into bitesized cubes, about 1/2 inch.
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Step 2If the green beans are petite, use them whole. Otherwise, cut them in half. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a skillet. Add the green beans, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until they are somewhat softened and have some lightly charred spots. Remove from pan and set aside.
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Step 3Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Heat, then add the tofu and cook until golden. Stir occasionally so the pieces don't burn. Remove from pan and set aside.
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Step 4Add the final tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the shalllot, garlic and ginger. Stir to combine, then add the tofu back in. Stir gently to coat the tofu.
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Step 5In a bowl, combine the coconut milk, soy sauce, miso and sugar. Mash the miso until it dissolves. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the tofu. Cook over medium-low heat until the sauce is reduced and caramelly, about 5 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
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Step 6Add the green beans, scallions and lime juice. Stir gently to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Step 7Serve over rice, garnished with chopped scalions, basil or cilantro, and lime wedges.
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Category:
Other Main Dishes
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Diet:
Vegetarian
Diet:
Vegan
Ingredient:
Tofu/Soy
Culture:
Thai
Method:
Stove Top
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