Coconut Curry Rice with Tofu (GF, WF, DF)

This recipe is an easy go-to staple that everyone enjoys. It's healthier, spicier comfort food!

To lighten up this recipe a little bit for those watching their fat intake, use "lite coconut milk" in place of the full-fat varieties.

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
1 can unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup dairy-free plain almond milk or soy milk (see our "Drinks" page for almond milk recipe)
1/4 cup raw unsalted cashews
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
Pinch of cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 block extra-firm tofu, drained and chopped into ½ inch cubes

Method:

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rice, coconut milk, water, almond milk, spices, sea salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn down the heat to low and let the rice simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
When cooked, fluff the rice with a fork or wooden spoon. Add 1/4 cup of the shredded coconut and stir to evenly distribute. Place the cubes of tofu on top of the rice (don't stir them in), cover, and allow the rice to continue to simmer for 20 minutes longer, or until the rice is tender and the tofu is cooked through.
To serve, fold in the tofu and add salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
Garnish with the remaining shredded coconut and serve hot.