This is hands down one of my favorite ways to cook tofu. It’s fried tofu in a creamy coconut milk sauce with juicy red bell peppers and green peas. Extremely easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.

I got this recipe from a friend who brought this to a potluck we had for graduation in August. This dish is made using very simple ingredients, but the flavors will take you by surprise.

She so kindly gave me the recipe and it’s been in regular rotation for dinner ever since, thanks Nadine!

This Creamy Coconut Milk Tofu is:

Great for feeding a crowd: This tofu dish is made with simple ingredients which makes it easy to double or even the recipe to share with friends and family.

Creamy: the full-fat coconut milk and coconut oil in this recipe makes it incredibly indulgent, creamy, and dreamy!

Nourishing: The tofu is high in protein combined with coconut milk (a source of healthy fats) plus nutrient rich bell peppers and green peas. So, although it’s an indulgent meal, it’s very hearty and the combo of fat, protein and fiber will keep you full for hours

Easy to make: this dish makes a perfect option for a weeknight dinner, it’s ready in less than an hour and the clean up is fuss free.

Customizable: You can make this recipe your own by adding any kind of vegetables you want, whether cruciferous like broccoli or cauliflower or colorful ones like carrots or squash. You can also make a tofu coconut curry by adding 2 teaspoons of curry powder in the mix.

Notes On Ingredients

Please note that the amounts of the ingredients and the cooking instructions (in detail) are in the RECIPE CARD. Keep scrolling and you will find it below.

Tofu– Tofu is hearty, protein packed and is delicious when well-seasoned. You can boil your tofu in generously salted water for 2 minutes before seasoning them for a chewier texture and to enhance the taste.

All purpose seasoning blend- I love a good all purpose seasoning blend because it’s fuss free and covers a large flavor profile. I use Dash salt-free seasoning blend.

Liquid aminos- contributes an umami and almost meaty flavor to the dish.

Yellow onion, scallion, garlic, thyme- aromatics that are essential when making a creamy coconut sauce

Tomato- the acidity and colour from the tomatoes brighten up the dish.

Red bell peppers- add a slight sweetness and also contributes colour

Green peas- green peas add a pop of colour plus the flavor and creaminess makes this recipe feel extra indulgent. You can use either canned or frozen green peas

Coconut oil- adds another layer of ‘coconutty’ flavor but you can use any other oil you like.

How to make Coconut milk Tofu:

Slice the blocks of tofu into triangles or squares. If you’re boiling the tofu, then do so now in a pot of generously salted boiling water for five minutes. Drain and season with an all-purpose blend along with the liquid aminos. Allow this to marinate over night or for a couple of hours.

Fry the tofu in a pan over medium heat until golden brown on each side.

In a pan over medium to high heat, add coconut oil followed by the yellow onion, scallion, garlic, and tomatoes. Stir occasionally to prevent the garlic and onion from burning.

Add coconut milk and reduce to a slow simmer.

Add salt, tofu, thyme, green peas and red pepper to the pan.

Serving suggestions

Make this tofu in coconut sauce into a stir fry by adding diced cabbage, pak-choi and broccoli.

Serve on a bed of noodles or mix into your favorite pasta.

Serve with a fluffy side of rice

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves or green onions.

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