Description
A flavorful and satisfying meal featuring crispy pan-fried tofu served over fragrant curry-seasoned rice noodles and spicy sautéed green beans, all brought together in a vibrant and nourishing bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu
- 14 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Noodles & Curry Sauce
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
Vegetables & Garnish
- 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare Tofu: Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by placing it between paper towels and applying gentle pressure for 10-15 minutes. Then cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- Fry Tofu: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and fry them until they turn golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove tofu and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Cook Rice Noodles: Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Make Curry Sauce: In the same skillet used for tofu, add minced ginger and curry powder and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Pour in the coconut milk and low-sodium soy sauce, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
- Cook Green Beans and Combine: Add the trimmed green beans and cooked noodles into the skillet with the curry sauce. Toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly and cook until the green beans are tender but still crisp.
- Assemble Bowls: Spoon the curry noodle and green bean mixture into serving bowls. Top each bowl with the crispy tofu cubes. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for acidity and brightness.
Notes
- Pressing tofu is essential to achieve a crispy texture when frying.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt content.
- You can substitute green beans with snap peas or asparagus if preferred.
- Rice noodles cook very quickly, so watch them carefully to avoid overcooking.
- For added spice, you can add chili flakes while sautéing the ginger and curry powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
