Tofu Panang Curry

Tofu Panang Curry is a rich and flavorful Thai dish made by simmering tofu in a creamy coconut milk and Panang curry paste sauce, served with vegetables.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Tofu (firm, cut into cubes)500Grams
Panang Curry Paste (store-bought or homemade)100Grams
Coconut Milk (full-fat)800Milliliters
Red Bell Pepper (sliced)1Count
Green Beans (trimmed)200Grams
Carrot (sliced)1Count
Onion (sliced)1Count
Kaffir Lime Leaves (torn into pieces)5Count
Brown Sugar2Tbsp
Soy Sauce (light)3Tbsp
Basil Leaves (fresh)1Bunch
Vegetable Oil2Tbsp

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the Panang curry paste and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the tofu cubes and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, green beans, carrot, and onion. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Stir in the kaffir lime leaves, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves.
  8. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Kitchen equipment

Wok or Large Frying PanRice Cooker or Pot For Steaming Rice