How to Make Red Thai Coconut Curry with Eggplant - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is known for its bold and delicious flavors, and one of the most iconic dishes in Thai cooking is the red coconut curry. This dish is a perfect combination of spicy, creamy, and aromatic, and is a staple in Thai kitchens. One of the great things about red coconut curry is that it can be made with a variety of ingredients, including meat, seafood, and vegetables. In this recipe, we'll be using eggplant as the main vegetable, which pairs perfectly with the rich and flavorful curry ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans light coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
  • 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Wrap tofu in several layers of paper towels. Place in a colander in the sink. Set a plate on top of tofu and weigh down with a large, heavy can. Let stand for at least 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, shake cans of coconut milk well prior to opening. Pour 1/2 of 1 can into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in curry paste until well blended. Add eggplant, onion, and bell pepper, stirring well with a rubber spatula to prevent breaking of tender eggplant during cooking.
  • Stir remaining 1 1/2 cans coconut milk, dark brown sugar, tamari, rice vinegar, and salt into the saucepan. Mix well. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Unwrap tofu and cut into bite-sized cubes. Stir into curry mixture. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add peas and cook until warm, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Sodium: 1091mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 340mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 659mg