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Burmese Tomato Tofu Curry with Lemongrass

Name: Burmese Tomato Tofu Curry with Lemongrass
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, Outer layers removed, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, Minced; 1 inch ginger, Grated; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 large ripe tomatoes, Chopped; 400g firm tofu, Pressed and cut into cubes; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 cup coconut milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, For garnish

Enjoy a comforting and aromatic Burmese curry where silky tofu mingles with zesty tomato and lemongrass flavors.

4.8(814 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 18, 2025

Burmese Tomato Tofu Curry with Lemongrass — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Tomato-Lemongrass Base

For the Tofu

For the Curry Assembly

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 299 kcal
Protein: 10.25 g
Carbs: 12 g
Fat: 25 g
Fiber: 1.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1197 kcal
Protein: 41 g
Carbs: 48 g
Fat: 100 g
Fiber: 7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	27	0
1 stalk fresh lemongrass Outer layers removed, finely chopped	5	0	1	0	0
4 garlic cloves Minced	18	1	4	0	0
1 inch ginger Grated	2	0	1	0	0
1 teaspoon turmeric powder	7	0	1	0	0
2 large ripe tomatoes Chopped	44	2	10	0	2
400g firm tofu Pressed and cut into cubes	280	32	8	16	4
1 tablespoon soy sauce	8	1	1	0	0
1 tablespoon cornstarch	30	0	7	0	0
1 teaspoon paprika	6	0	1	0	1
1 cup coconut milk	552	5	13	57	0
1 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 tablespoon lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro For garnish	1	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Tofu

1
Prepare paste
Mix soy sauce and cornstarch in a bowl to form a smooth paste.
2
Coat tofu
Add the tofu cubes and toss gently to coat.
3
Marinate
Let marinate for 20 minutes.

Preparing the Tomato-Lemongrass Base

1
Heat oil
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2
Sauté aromatics
Sauté lemongrass, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Tip: Sauté the lemongrass well to intensify its refreshing flavor. Avoid letting the garlic burn as it turns bitter.
3
Add spices and tomatoes
Stir in the turmeric and chopped tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes break down, about 8 minutes.
Tip: Blending the tomato mixture can yield a smoother curry texture.

How to Make Burmese Tomato Tofu Curry with Lemongrass

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Fry the Tofu
Fry the marinated tofu in a separate pan until golden brown on all sides, then set aside.
2
Combine ingredients
Add paprika and coconut milk to the tomato base, stir well, and simmer for 10 minutes.
3
Final Assembly
Add the fried tofu to the curry, stir to coat, and adjust seasoning with salt and lime juice.