Thai Tofu Gratin
A creamy Thai-inspired gratin dish made with crispy tofu and gooey sauce. Best served hot and fresh.
Ingredients
- ●1 block (14 oz) TofuDrained and cubed
- ●1 cup, cubed French breadFor the gratin topping
- ●2 cups, chopped Bitter leavesFor added flavor and texture
- ●1 cup Gooey sauceSee instructions for preparation
- ●2 tbsp Coconut oilFor greasing the baking dish
- ●to taste SaltFor seasoning
- ●to taste Black pepperFor seasoning
- ●1 tsp Thai chili flakesFor added heat
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with coconut oil.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed tofu, chopped bitter leaves, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
In a separate bowl, prepare the gooey sauce according to the following recipe:
- 5
- Combine 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup coconut cream, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp Thai chili flakes in a saucepan.
- 6
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 7
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- 8
- Stir in 1 tsp grated ginger and 1 tsp honey.
- 9
Pour the gooey sauce over the tofu mixture and stir to combine.
- 10
Transfer the tofu mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- 11
Top with cubed French bread.
- 12
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.
- 13
Serve hot and fresh.