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Aubergine (eggplant) And Tofu Satay Sticks Recipe


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Ingredients
  • For the skewers .
  • For the green curry paste .
  • 3 oz crunchy peanut butter .
  • 1 lime, juice of, only .
  • 250 g firm tofu, drained & pressed .
  • 2 large red chilies, deseeded & sliced .
  • 1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled & grated .
  • 7 fluid oz coconut milk .
  • 2 tbsps peanut oil .
  • 1 tsp ground coriander .
  • 2 small red chilies, sliced .
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed .
  • 1 shallot, finely sliced .
  • 12 short wooden skewers, soaked in water .
  • 1 aubergine .
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander, leaves & stalks sliced .
  • 1 lime, zest of, only .
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced .
  • 1 tsp ground cumin .
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, sliced .
  • 1 shallot, finely sliced .
  • 2 tbsps peanut oil .
  • For the satay sauce

Directions
  • Step #1 To make the green curry paste, grind all the ingredients together in a processor until you have a paste.
  • Step #2 Store in the refrigerator in a screw top jar for up to 2 weeks.
  • Step #3 For the skewers Mix 3tbsp green curry paste together with 1tbsp groundnut oil.
  • Step #4 Cut the tofu & aubergine into 1/2 inch cubes & thread onto 12 short wooden skewers.
  • Step #5 Lay flat on a plate & pour over the paste mixture to coat well, rubbing the aubergine & tofu all over.
  • Step #6 Leave for 30 mins minimum (or overnight), covered in the fridge to marinade.
  • Step #7 Brush the vegetables with the remaining oil & grill under a medium heat until golden.
  • Step #8 Make the satay sauce.
  • Step #9 Heat the oil in a small saucepan & fry the shallot, garlic, chillies & spices for about 5 mins until tender.
  • Step #10 Mix the peanut butter with a little warm water to make a thinner paste & add to the pan, together with the coconut milk.
  • Step #11 Bring to the boil, then simmer until the sauce thickens.
  • Step #12 Spice up with lime juice & salt to taste.
  • Step #13 Divide between 4 small bowls.
  • Step #14 Serve the skewers on individual plates with a small bowl of satay sauce.
  • Enjoy the Aubergine (Eggplant) & Tofu Satay Sticks recipe

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