Crazy for Curry

Hi! 

Even though I was off yesterday, I didn’t sit down until after 8.  I’m so thankful to have the day off midweek, but house cleaning has gotten pushed aside due to other things: meetings, appointments, etc.  A friend is coming to visit next week, so this coming Wednesday will be dedicated to cleaning the house top and bottom.  Guests are good motivators for cleaning your house, that’s for sure.

I ended up having leftovers from the dinner I made last night. This recipe was so delicious I just had to share.  I can’t seem to get enough of curry dishes lately.  I’ve been experimenting with different flavors in the kitchen, and have loved every minute of it.

Tofu with Red Curry Paste, Peas, and Tomatoes (serves 4)Courtesy of Cooking Light

Ingredients

• 1 (14-ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric  garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 cups thinly sliced onion
• 1 cup light coconut milk
• 1 to 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 cup shelled green peas (about 1 pound unshelled) or frozen green peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup chopped yellow tomato
• 4 cups hot cooked long-grain rice

Directions:

Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu; cook until liquid from tofu is evaporated (about 3 minutes).

Remove tofu from pan; sprinkle with lime juice, turmeric garam masala, and pepper.

Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 5 minutes.

Add tofu, and cook 7 minutes or until golden.

Combine milk and curry paste; add to pan. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes.

Add peas and tomato; cook 2 minutes.

Serve over rice.

One word..delicious!  This dish had a slight kick from the curry paste.  If you want more heat, I would add a bit more of the paste.

Let’s just say it now…curry does not photograph well.  I think I managed to finagle a couple good shots.

Another Meatless May meal success!

Since I never cut down recipes, I brought some over for swanky sister to try out.  She’s my guinea pig and will usually eat anything I make.  She’s bringing it to work tomorrow, so fingers crossed.

I’m heading out with friends in a few for fro-yo and girl chat.  Such an unbeatable combo!

Other Swanky Scoop:

• Check out my Vitamin D article published in Teach Street.

Mild or Spicy?

I am starting to like more spice in my foods, but am probably quite of a hot food wimp

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