Tofu Cooked in Banana Leaves

Pan-fried tofu and vegetables are thickened in coconut milk, wrapped in banana leaves, steamed, and finished on the grill.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 276.1 kcals 1656.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 37.4 grams 224.5 grams
Fat 9.7 grams 58.2 grams
Protein 10.6 grams 63.8 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

GrainsCereals
200
g
LegumesPulses
500
g
Tofu
Firm, thickly sliced
Liquids
NutsSeeds
3
clove
Garlic
Finely chopped
1
stalk
Lemongrass
Tough outer leaves removed, chopped
6
leaf
Basil
Fresh
1
piece
Salt
To taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Vegetable Oil
For frying
Other
6
piece
Banana Leaves
For wrapping
Vegetables
1
piece
Aubergine
Chopped
1
piece
Red Pepper
Seeds removed, chopped
2
piece
Spring Onion
Chopped
1
piece
Chilli
Seeds removed, finely chopped
2
piece
Shallot
Peeled, finely chopped

Steps

  • Fry tofu slices in vegetable oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden-brown and drain.
  • Fry aubergine for 3-4 minutes, then add pepper and spring onions and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Boil coconut milk in a heavy pan, then stir in rice flour to thicken.
  • Mix the tofu, vegetables, and remaining aromatics into the coconut mixture and season.
  • Spoon mixture into banana leaves, roll tightly, and seal with wooden skewers.
  • Steam parcels for 15-20 minutes and briefly brown on a hot grill before serving.