Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice

Description

Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 3/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
• 1 cup (packed) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
• 3/4 cup unsweetened light coconut milk
• 4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 16 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained, patted dry, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 1 cup whole small cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Directions

Stir shredded coconut in small nonstick skillet over medium heat until light golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl.

Bring 1 3/4 cups water and salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Stir in rice; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 18 minutes.

Meanwhile, puree cilantro, 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1 teaspoon ginger, lime juice, and half of garlic in blender. Mix puree and coconut into rice. Set aside.

Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add tofu; stir-fry until golden, about 6 minutes. Add onions, curry, cumin, red pepper, remaining ginger, and remaining garlic. Stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and remaining coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.

Divide rice among 4 plates. Top with tofu mixture. Sprinkle with peanuts. .