Thai Coconut Curry Tofu With Sweet Potatoes
A comforting, flavor-packed Thai curry featuring plant-based protein and tender sweet potatoes in a rich coconut broth. Perfectly balanced to satisfy evening cravings and prepare your body for rest.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Evening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan
Time saver
This curry makes exceptional leftovers. Store the rice and the curry in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Rinse the jasmine rice until the water…
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Rinse the jasmine rice until the water…
Rinse the jasmine rice until the water runs clear. Cook in a small saucepan with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt according to package directions. Fluff and set aside.
Look for: the water runs clear
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Heat the cooking oil over medium heat
In a large skillet or pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the Thai curry paste and stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until highly fragrant.
Look for: highly fragrant
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Add the diced sweet potatoes to the…
Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the curry paste.
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Pour in the light coconut milk along…
Pour in the light coconut milk along with 1/2 cup of water. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat, cover, and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
Look for: the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork
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Gently fold in the cubed extra-firm tofu…
Gently fold in the cubed extra-firm tofu and let it simmer uncovered for 5 minutes so the tofu absorbs the flavors and warms through.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Stir in the baby spinach in handfuls
Stir in the baby spinach in handfuls, cooking for just 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Taste the broth and add a pinch of salt or a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired. Serve warm over the cooked jasmine rice.
Look for: wilted
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