Turmeric Tofu Curry

A quick and aromatic vegetarian curry featuring firm tofu simmered in a light, turmeric-spiced tomato base, served with fluffy white rice for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 3
• Cuisine: Burmese
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $2.12/serving

Dietary

• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Gluten-Free
• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein
• Pescatarian

Tags

• quick
• healthy
• savory
• comfort food
• budget-friendly

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 piece fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 14.5 ounce canned diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 14 ounce firm tofu (pressed, cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 cup jasmine rice (uncooked)
• 2 cup water

Instructions

1. Combine the uncooked jasmine rice with 2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
2. While rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the ground turmeric and red chili powder, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic.
5. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (undrained) and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the pressed firm tofu cubes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gently stir and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. Serve the Turmeric Tofu Curry hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, alongside the jasmine rice.

Notes

This curry is even more flavorful the next day. Adjust chili powder to your preferred spice level. A squeeze of lime juice at the end can brighten the flavors.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 24.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 55 g
• Fat: 11 g
• Fiber: 7.5 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Sugar: 7 g