5-Ingredient Green Curry Recipe
A vibrant and comforting 5-Ingredient Green Curry featuring crispy pan-fried tofu, sweet potatoes, broccoli, and a rich coconut curry broth, served over fluffy white rice. Enhanced with a unique touch of golden raisins, fresh cilantro, fish sauce, and brown sugar for a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu
- 12 ounces firm tofu
- A swish of olive oil
- A sprinkle of salt
Vegetables & Curry
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons green curry paste (Thai Kitchen recommended)
- 3 cans (14 ounces each) coconut milk
- 3 cups broccoli florets
Rice & Garnishes
- 1 cup white rice
- A handful of chopped fresh cilantro
- A handful of golden raisins
- A splash of fish sauce
- Brown sugar to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Press the tofu with paper towels to remove excess water. Cut the tofu into cubes. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat, then add the tofu cubes, sprinkle with salt, and pan-fry for 10-15 minutes until they turn golden brown. Remove the tofu and set aside.
- Cook the Rice: Begin cooking the white rice according to the package instructions, ensuring it’s ready by the time the curry is done.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same soup pot, add peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and green curry paste. Simmer gently for 5-10 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Broccoli and Tofu: Stir in the broccoli florets and the pan-fried tofu, then simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the broccoli turns bright green and tender.
- Finish the Curry: Stir in golden raisins and fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of color and sweetness. Add a quick splash of fish sauce and sprinkle brown sugar to taste; these will elevate the flavor with a perfect umami and subtle sweetness balance.
- Serve: Plate the cooked rice and ladle the green curry generously over it. Enjoy immediately while warm.
Notes
- Pressing tofu is essential to remove moisture, which helps it crisp better when pan-fried.
- Adjust the amount of green curry paste based on your preferred spice level.
- Golden raisins add a unique sweetness that complements the curry’s flavors but can be omitted if you prefer.
- Fish sauce enhances umami; if you prefer a vegetarian version, use soy sauce instead.
- Cook rice just before or while preparing the curry for best texture and freshness.
Keywords: Green curry, tofu curry, coconut milk curry, sweet potato curry, broccoli curry, Thai green curry, easy green curry, vegetarian Thai curry
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