Golden Tofu Coconut Curry

This vegan Golden Tofu Coconut Curry recipe features sweet potato, shiitake, red bell peppers, and greens wrapped in a warm yellow curry broth and served with black rice is flavorful, nourishing, and delicious!

I’ve had the pleasure of making this vegetable-filled coconut tofu curry with black rice a few times over the last few weeks and have not tired of it yet!

Having recipes like this at our fingertips makes life simple and delicious. Plus, it ensures we have time for all the other important things in life!

Why We Love This Recipe!

• Easy to put together and well-balanced, this recipe is for the table in as little as 30 minutes.
• It’s loaded with a variety of healthy veggies and plant based protein for nutrition, texture, and flavor. Be sure to check out the nutrition card below!
• You can pair it with antioxidant black rice which is a nice contrast aside the yellow curry and brightly colored vegetables, or use more traditional white or brown basmati or jasmine rice.

Those are all major pluses, and I hope you enjoy this tofu curry as much as we have!

Ingredient Notes

The combination of colorful vegetables, yellow curry, turmeric, coconut, ginger, and lime makes for a brightly colored and flavorful dish. The mushrooms are soft, the red bell pepper al dente and the sweet potato are tender, along with the tofu and onion.

Here are a few keynotes:

• Tofu – Use firm or extra-firm tofu for best results. Organic is preferred and doesn’t cost much more than regular. You can drain the tofu right in the tub or on a plate, placing it on its short side before slicing.
• Mushrooms – I used shiitake mushrooms, but cremini or a wild mushroom mix will be great too.
• Sweet Potato – Adds the perfect sweetness to this otherwise savory dish. Leave the peel on for added fiber, just be sure to scrub it well. Or remove the skin before slicing (a vegetable peeler works great).
• Spices – Use your favorite yellow curry and turmeric brands.
• Aromatics – Onion, garlic, and ginger are a traditional deep base in most curry dishes. For the ginger, use fresh or packaged like this Ginger Stir-in-Paste (it’s been a lifesaver!).
• Coconut milk – Both full or low fat will work. You can even use coconut cream for an ultra-creamy tofu curry!
• Baby greens – Feel free to switch the up using spinach, kale, or chard, or use a combination of all three. Just a large handful will do, but you can add more if you like.

How To Make Tofu Coconut Curry

Making coconut tofu curry is easy as can be!

Here is a quick overview of the process with photos for reference (the full printable recipe card is below).

• Start by prepping the veggies and aromatics, keeping the tofu and sweet potato to about the same size.
• Heat a large pan, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add in garlic, ginger, sweet potato, bell peppers and mushrooms, cook another 2 – 3 minutes.

• Add the curry powder and turmeric, and cook 1 minute or until fragrant.
• Next, add in the coconut milk, remaining liquids, and tofu, stir gently.

• Bring the tofu curry to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 – 15 minutes, or until sweet potato is fork tender.
• Finally, turn off the heat, add in the lime juice and leafy greens, stirring gently until the greens soften and wilt.

And now you’re ready to enjoy with a grain of choice.

Simple, nutritious, and delicious!

Can You Freeze Tofu Coconut Curry?

Yes, coconut tofu curry is freezer-friendly and can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 – 3 months. To freeze, let cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers like these multi-use glass containers (affiliate link). Let thaw before reheating.

Serving Suggestions

Adding black rice to your meal plans is a great way to include extra nutrition and variety. Much like brown rice, it has a mild, nutty flavor, and cooks up in about 25 minutes.

It’s a good source of iron, fiber, and antioxidants. The dark pigment of black rice is loaded with the same antioxidants that make blueberries and acai so vital to a healthy diet. You’ll find black rice to have even higher concentrated levels than the fruits making it more valuable and heart-healthy.

And don’t forget to pair it with this homemade Vegan Naan. It’s perfect for soaking up the juices!

If you try this tofu curry recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.

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Updated: This recipe was originally published in February 2016. It has been retested and updated with new photos and helpful tips in July 2021.

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