Coconut cabbage and tofu with lemongrass and ginger recipe

Ingredients for Coconut cabbage and tofu with lemongrass and ginger

• 400 ml coconut milk

• 1 lemongrass stalk, top half trimmed, tough outer layers removed, thinly sliced

• 4 garlic cloves

• 5 cm piece ginger, peeled, coarsely chopped

• 15 ml kosher salt

• 15 g sugar

• 5 ml ground turmeric

• 2.5 ml ground coriander

• 1.25 ml cayenne pepper

• 400 g block firm or extra-firm tofu, drained

• 1 small or half large head of cabbage (about 675 g), cut into 5 cm wedges through core

• 3 large carrots (about 450 g), peeled, cut into 5 cm segments

• toasted coconut chips

• steamed rice

• lime wedges (for serving; optional)

How to make Coconut cabbage and tofu with lemongrass and ginger

1. Place a rack in the top third of the oven and preheat to 220°C (fan 200°C).

2. Purée the coconut milk, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, salt, sugar, turmeric, coriander, and cayenne in a blender until smooth.

3. Squeeze the tofu over a medium bowl or sink using your hands, starting gently and then applying more pressure to expel as much water as possible. Don’t worry if the tofu cracks apart. Once no more liquid is released, tear the tofu into 5 cm pieces and discard the liquid.

4. Place the tofu in a shallow 33 x 23 cm baking dish. Add the cabbage and carrots, arranging them in an even layer, and pour the sauce over the top.

5. Bake for 40–45 minutes, basting the vegetables and tofu halfway through, until the carrots are fork-tender, most of the liquid has evaporated, and the top is golden brown with some lightly charred areas.

6. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.

7. Top with coconut chips, if using. Serve with rice and lime wedges on the side, if desired.

Disclaimer
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