Panang Tofu Curry

Ingredients for Panang Tofu Curry

• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

• 120ml finely chopped shallots

• 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled ginger

• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• 60g organic peanut butter

• 2 teaspoons turmeric

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon hot chilli paste (such as sambal oelek)*

• 240ml water

• 1 13 1/2-to 400g can organic light coconut milk

• 3 kaffir lime leaves or 45ml fresh lime juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel

• 1 tablespoon (firmly packed) golden brown sugar

• 2 400g packages organic firm tofu, drained, cut into 1-inch cubes 200g 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick slices peeled carrots (about 3 medium)

• 200g 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick slices peeled carrots (about 3 medium)

• 1 large red pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

How to make Panang Tofu Curry

Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots, ginger, and garlic; cook until shallots are tender, about 6 minutes. Add peanut butter, turmeric, cumin, and chilli paste; stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in 1 cup water, then coconut milk, lime leaves, and brown sugar; bring to simmer. Season sauce with salt. Add tofu, carrots, and pepper; simmer over medium heat until carrots are tender, adjusting heat to medium-low if beginning to boil and occasionally stirring gently, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cool slightly, cover, and chill. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.

Available in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

Disclaimer

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