30-Minute Thai Red Curry

Creamy, spicy, comforting, and ready faster than takeout delivery. This is my weeknight dinner savior!

⏱️ 30 min | 🍴 4 servings | ⭐ 4.8 | 🌶️ Medium Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14oz) coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 block tofu, pressed & cubed
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Fresh basil & lime
  • Cooked rice for serving

Quick Method

1. Sauté: Cook curry paste in pan for 1 minute until fragrant.

2. Simmer: Add coconut milk, bring to simmer.

3. Add Everything: Toss in tofu and veggies. Simmer 10-15 minutes.

4. Finish: Stir in soy sauce, maple syrup. Top with basil and lime. Serve over rice!

Why This Works

Store-bought curry paste is a GAME CHANGER. It has all the complex flavors already - lemongrass, galangal, chilies, aromatics. You just add coconut milk and you're 80% done. This is authentic Thai flavor without spending 2 hours!