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    Published: Sep 15, 2016 · Modified: Mar 10, 2022 by Smruti · This post may contain affiliate links · 17 Comments

    Tofu Panang Curry

    Blogging Marathon #68 Week 3 Day 4

    Theme: Entree

    Dish: Tofu Panang Curry


    After posting an Indian fusion, a Mexican bean dish and a Parsi curry, it is time for another cuisine. Today I am posting a Classic Thai curry that I made from scratch. Panang Curry is a slightly milder form of Thai Curry and is not as watery as the former. It can be made with meats or vegetables or tofu. We love it with tofu, just like the curry we once had a family owned Thai restaurant in Tahoe. 


    The first time I made this curry from scratch, I was delighted. I have seen the Asian stores stack up every kind of curry paste and sauce, from the all purpose red curry  paste to the pad thai sauce, Orange chicken sauce and Panang Curry paste. If I was to buy it all, I would need a pantry exclusively for Asian ingredients. Then I looked online and found a ton of recipes to make the curries from scratch. This method also saves me all the effort of looking for a curry paste suitable for Vegetarians, as we do not have fish, shrimp or oyster in any form. 


    While most recipes are more or less similar in ingredients and proportions, I used this recipe for the paste. It had shrimp paste that I left out. The curry tasted really amazing, bursting with fresh flavors. The galangal, kaffir lime leaves and lemongrass come together to make a flavorful blend. This, added with fresh basil leaves gave the perfect curry. I added tofu pieces to the curry but mixed vegetables taste really great too. I added diced tofu but sometimes I like to saute it in chilli oil before adding to the curry. You can also add paneer pieces if you like. We enjoyed the curry with steamed rice, but it goes great with spicy basil fried rice too. 


    Ingredients



    For Panang Curry Paste

    Mexico Chillies a handful

    Roasted Coriander seeds 1 tbsp

    Lemon Zest of one large lime

    Kaffir Lime Leaves 3-4

    Galangal/ Ginger 1 inch piece

    Chopped Cilantro Roots 2-3 stalks

    Lemongrass 1 stalk

    Shallots/ Onions 1-2

    Garlic 2-3 pods

    Dry Indian Chilli 1-2 (optional)

    For the Curry

    Firm Tofu 1 box (14 oz.)

    Panang Curry Paste 2 tbsp

    Green Pepper 1 medium, diced

    Garlic 1-2 pods

    Vegetable Oil 1 tbsp

    Basil leaves a handful

    Roasted Peanuts a handful

    Corn starch 1 tablespoon dissolved in 2 tablespoon water

    Cilantro and spring onion greens to top




    Method



    For Panang Curry Paste (From here)



    Remove the tops and stems of the chillies. Tear the kaffir leaf into bits and grate the galangal. Chop lemongrass stem and dice the garlic. Add all these with the remaining ingredients under curry paste to a blender. Puree to a smooth paste and store in an airtight bottle in the refrigerator. 



    For the Curry


    Remove tofu from the box and press between kitchen towels to remove all moisture. Cut into 1 inch pieces and set aside. 

    Heat oil in a pan. Add minced garlic and saute till fragrant. Then add the peppers and cook till slightly soft. Then add 2 tablespoon of the curry paste and saute. Tear 2-3 leaves of basil and add them. 

    Once the curry starts to become fragrant, add the tofu pieces and mix well. Then add the cornstarch water mixture and cook till it thickens to a gravy. Once the gravy starts to become thick and glossy, turn down the flame, top with chopped basil leaves, cilantro and spring onion greens. Serve topped with roasted peanuts along with steamed rice or pad thai noodles. 


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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Gayathri Kumar says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Thai curry looks scrumptious. Beautifully presented spread..

      Reply
    2. Ritu Tangri says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Ingredient list itself tell that curry must have bursted with flavors. Delicious presentation😊

      Reply
    3. MySpicyKitchen says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      I am just scrolling up and down the screen looking at the pictures. Beautiful composition and mouthwatering curry!!

      Reply
    4. Harini R says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Beautiful picture set up and the curry is definitely flavorful. Appreciate that the curry paste also is made at home.

      Reply
    5. Kalyani says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      My husband is a HUGE fan of Asian curries and especially tofu ! This looks sooo gorgeous

      Reply
    6. vaishali sabnani says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Excellent curry and my my what a beautiful presentation, very well made.

      Reply
    7. Nalini's Kitchen says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Curry looks gorgeous and clicks are so beautiful.

      Reply
    8. Priya Suresh says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Such a lipsmacking curry and the colour of the curry is absolutely gorgeous.

      Reply
    9. Srividhya says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      This looks soooo inviting and tempting. Love thai curries and this one is super awesome.

      Reply
    10. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Panang curry is my favorite one to order when eating at a Thai restaurant. Your look far better than restaurant ones. Lovely!

      Reply
    11. Archana says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Wow, what a delicious curry.Its mouthwatering. I love the flavours in it.Must make it some time soon.

      Reply
    12. Suma Gandlur says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      The curry looks very tempting and colorful. Your whole bowl looks inviting.

      Reply
    13. Srivalli says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Gosh your entire setup looks stunning and so inviting!...never made thai myself..your bowl makes me want to grab right off the screen..

      Reply
    14. cookingwithsapana says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      So sinful looking setup.Looks too good .

      Reply
    15. carveyourcraving says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      The curry looks fantastic .I wish I could dig right in .

      Reply
    16. Pavani says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Such a beautiful looking Penang curry. Love your presentation and clicks.

      Reply
    17. Shubha A says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:57 pm

      Looks amazingly good ..love it

      Reply

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