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Coconut Lime Tofu

Coconut Lime Tofu: Your New Favorite Vegan Tropical Dish

Coconut Lime Tofu is a light, flavorful vegan dish that combines zesty lime and creamy coconut for a tropical escape.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14 oz Firm Tofu Substitute with tempeh or seitan for variation.
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
For the Sauce
  • 13.5 oz can Coconut Milk Essential for creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Key limes or Persian limes can be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
For Garnish
  • Chopped Cilantro Optional; substitute with green onions.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and press the firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, minced garlic, and soy sauce to make the sauce.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked tofu and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Press tofu thoroughly for perfect crispiness. Marinate for deeper flavor. Don't overcrowd the pan. Reheat with coconut milk if necessary.

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