Author Notes
This is a fantastically flavoursome vegan-friendly thai green curry, which really pleases the palate. This dish serves 10 which makes it ideal for serving to friends and family. It’s actually that good you could eat it all yourself, over a few days of course. The recipe can be found here -http://www.mynutricounter.com/tofu-and-eggplant-green-curry/ —Nikki Brown
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Ingredients
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600 grams
firm tofu
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400 grams
eggplant/aubergine
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100 grams
shallots
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400 milliliters
coconut cream
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100 milliliters
vegetable stock
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50 grams
Cornstarch for dusting
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1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper
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1 piece
Fresh basil leaves
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1 piece
Red thai chilis
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15 milliliters
Vegetable oil
- For the Curry Paste
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25 grams
bunch fresh cilantro/coriander
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2 pieces
stalks lemongrass
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4 pieces
green jalapeno peppers - or personal preference
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2 pieces
shallots
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6 pieces
cloves garlic
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2 pieces
limes, juice
Directions
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Cut firm tofu into inch-sized cubes and pan-fry until golden brown. Set aside.
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Slice shallots into thin rings. Season with salt and cayenne pepper.
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Lightly dust with cornstarch and fry until crispy. Set aside.
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Combine all ingredients for the curry paste in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
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Heat about a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan and roast the curry paste, stirring constantly, until aromatic.
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Add in vegetable stock into the pan to deglaze.
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Add in coconut cream and eggplant. Cook until the eggplant is tender.
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Add in tofu and heat for about a minute.
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Serve topped with fresh basil leaves, fried shallots, and red thai chilis.
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