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Coconut Lime Tofu

30 minServes 3Nutri-Score B€
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what you need

Ingredients

3 people
  • firm tofu (pressed and cut into cubes)Fresh400 g
  • coconut milk (full-fat, canned)Pantry400 ml
  • lime (zested and juiced)Produce2 pieces
  • paprika (ground)Spices5 g
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry15 ml
  • salt (to taste)Spices3 g
  • rice (rinsed, for serving)Grains200 g

per serving

Nutrition

578kcal

Carbs
58 g
Proteins
15 g
Fat
32 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Press and cube the tofu

    • Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into cubes.
    • Toss the cubes with the paprika and a pinch of salt.
    Step 1
  2. Fry the tofu

    • Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
    • Fry the tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides.
    Step 2
  3. Make the coconut lime sauce

    • Pour the coconut milk into the pan with the tofu.
    • Add the lime zest and juice and stir well.
    • Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
    Step 3
  4. Cook the rice

    • Cook the rice in salted water according to the package instructions.
    • Drain and keep warm.
    Step 4
  5. Serve

    • Spoon the coconut lime tofu over the rice.
    • Finish with extra lime juice if desired.
    Step 5