Sweet & Spicy Mango Tofu Curry (Vegan)

It doesn’t take a lot of ingredients to make a delicious steaming bowl of Mango Tofu Curry. Fully vegan and gluten-free, it will warm you up from the inside out while giving you your fill of protein, healthy fat, and of course, that sweet and spicy flavor we so often crave during the colder month.

The Key to a Great Mango Tofu Curry

There are a few important components that make a curry truly great. One of them, and some might say the most important, is the blend of spices and aromatics. I am using fresh ginger root, garlic, pepper flakes, and Thai red curry paste in this mango tofu curry. But if you’re feeling creative, try adding some turmeric for a beautiful golden color!

Thai curry paste is found in most well-stocked grocery stores, but different brands will have different levels of spiciness. I recommend trying what you have before adding it to the recipe in case you prefer a milder curry. If you like it spicy, use the full four tablespoons – or more! You will find red, yellow, and green curry paste, the difference being the type of chili used. I like red best for this mango tofu curry recipe.

The next component is creaminess, which makes the dish so comforting but also helps cut down on the spiciness. Here, I am cooking the dish in coconut oil, known for its healthy medium chain triglycerides content, as well as coconut milk. You can use your preferred brand, but my go-to is full-fat coconut milk without additives like guar gum. 

And finally, let’s not forget the protein. I use firm tofu cubed into bite-sized cubes to keep the dish vegan. You can use it as is, which I do when I’m short on time, but I also like to press the tofu, cut into slices, between paper towels until most of the moisture has been absorbed when I want to go the extra mile.

A Rainbow of Veggies

You can use a variety of veggies in addition to the mango. I usually go for bell peppers and cilantro, but popular options include shallots, peas, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. All in all, this is a super healthy but incredibly flavorful mango tofu curry with the right amount of crunch, creaminess, and spice.

One common side dish for Mango Tofu Curry is fluffy white rice, but you can also use brown rice. Or, go the gluten-free way by using cooked quinoa or cauliflower rice. 

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