# Easy Tofu Curry Recipe with Frozen Bell Peppers ## Ingredients: - 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed - 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk - 2-3 teaspoons curry powder (adjust to taste) - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil - 1 onion, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger - 1 cup frozen bell peppers - 1 tablespoon soy sauce - 1 tablespoon brown sugar - Salt to taste - Jasmine rice for serving ## Instructions: 1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. 2. Add curry powder. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. 4. Add cubed tofu and frozen bell peppers. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 5. If the curry seems too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to reduce, or add a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp cold water). 6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. 7. Serve hot over jasmine rice. ## Notes: - No need to thaw the frozen bell peppers before adding them to the curry. - Feel free to add other vegetables you have on hand, fresh or frozen. - Leftover curry often tastes even better the next day as flavors meld. --- # Vegetarian Kimchi Tofu Soup Recipe ## Ingredients: - 2 cups kimchi, chopped - 1 block (about 14 oz) soft tofu, cubed - 4 cups vegetable broth - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 2 green onions, chopped - 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), optional - 2 tablespoons soy sauce - 1 teaspoon sesame oil - 1 cup mushrooms, sliced - 1/2 onion, diced - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional) - 1 egg (optional) ## Instructions: 1. Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. 2. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 2-3 minutes until mushrooms start to soften. 3. Add kimchi and gochugaru (if using). Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the kimchi is slightly softened. 4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. 5. Add soy sauce, sugar (if using), and cubed tofu. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes. 6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. 7. If using an egg, crack it into the soup and let it cook for about 1 minute. 8. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil. 9. Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot with a side of rice if desired. Enjoy your homemade kimchi tofu soup!