Tofu with Lime Curry Sauce

Portion Size: ½ cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 tablespoons peanut oil or olive oil 
2 (16 oz.) package extra-firm tofuCut into bite-sized cubes
1 teaspoon ground ginger 
2 tablespoons red curry paste
2 cups zucchiniWash, trimmed and diced
1 red bell pepperWash, trimmed and diced
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons lite soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 (14 oz.) can reduced fat coconut milk
½ Cup fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basilWashed and Chopped Fresh

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. 
2Add the tofu and stir-fry until golden brown. 
3Remove the tofu and set aside, leaving the remaining oil in the wok. 
4Stir the ginger and curry paste into the hot oil for a few seconds until the curry paste is fragrant and the ginger begins to turn golden. 
5Add the zucchini and bell pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. 
6Pour in the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, coconut milk and tofu.
7Bring the coconut milk to a simmer, and cook a few minutes until the vegetables are tender and the tofu is hot. Stir in the chopped basil just before serving.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. (minimum)

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates