diff --git a/food_related/tofu_curry.md b/food_related/tofu_curry.md index ea44247..58337f6 100644 --- a/food_related/tofu_curry.md +++ b/food_related/tofu_curry.md @@ -1,3 +1,78 @@ +### **Tofu Curry Stir-Fry (Final Optimized Version)** +**Now with Cornstarch-Crusted Tofu & Pro Tweaks** + +--- + +#### **Tofu Preparation** +*1 block (14-16 oz) firm tofu* +1. **3-Stage Pressing**: + - Press tofu until water stops at each stage (15 min → flip → 15 min → repeat). +2. **Salt Brine (Optional)**: + - Soak pressed tofu in **1 cup water + 1 tbsp salt** for 15 min (for deeper seasoning). +3. **Pre-Fry Prep**: + - Cut into 1-inch cubes. + - Toss with: + - 1 tbsp soy sauce + - 1 tsp curry powder + - ½ tsp turmeric + - Let rest on paper towels 5 min, then pat dry. +4. **Cornstarch Crust**: + - Dust tofu with **1 tsp cornstarch** (sieve for even coating). + - Rest 5 min before frying. + +--- + +#### **Main Ingredients** +- 4-5 cups baby spinach +- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk +- 2-3 tsp curry powder (+ ½ tsp cumin for depth) +- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (high smoke point: avocado or peanut) +- 1 onion, diced +- 2 cloves garlic, minced +- 1 tbsp grated ginger +- 1 cup bell peppers (fresh or frozen) +- 1 tbsp soy sauce +- 1 tbsp brown sugar +- 1 tsp sesame oil +- **Garnish**: Lime wedges, cilantro, toasted cashews + +--- + +#### **Optimized Instructions** +1. **Fry the Tofu**: + - Heat oil in wok until shimmering (350°F/175°C). + - Fry tofu in single layer, 2 min/side, until golden. *Do not stir early!* + - Remove and drain on a rack (not paper towels—to keep crisp). + +2. **Build Curry Base**: + - Sauté onion, garlic, ginger until soft (3 min). + - Add curry powder + cumin; toast 30 sec until fragrant. + +3. **Simmer Sauce**: + - Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar. + - Add bell peppers; simmer 3-4 min. + +4. **Finish**: + - Gently fold in tofu. + - Wilt spinach in batches (1-2 min). + - Off heat, stir in sesame oil + **1 tbsp lime juice** (brightens richness). + +5. **Serve**: + - Over jasmine rice. + - Garnish with cilantro, cashews, and lime. + +--- + +#### **Key Upgrades from Original** +✅ **Cornstarch crust** → Shatteringly crisp tofu. +✅ **Salt brine** → Seasoned from within (optional but elite). +✅ **Cumin + lime** → Complex, balanced flavors. +✅ **Rack-drained tofu** → Prevents sogginess. + +**Time-Saver**: Skip the brine if short on time—cornstarch alone makes a big difference! + +--- + Here's your recipe refactored to include our optimized tofu preparation method: Tofu Curry Stir-Fry (Refactored)