Bento Box - Savory Coconut Curry and Rice

Enjoy this curry mild or spicy according to your preference. Balance the meal with some tart apples and sweet peanut butter and dark chocolate--a lovely meal for a cold, wintery day!

Menu

• Long Grain Brown Rice
• Tofu Potato Curry
• Fuji Apple Slices
• Peanut Butter
• Dark Chocolate

Preparation Notes

• Prepare the curry according to the recipe HERE. (included below)
• Cook the rice.
• Slice the apple.
• Scoop the peanut butter into the dip container.
• Add a square of your favorite chocolate.

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Tofu Potato Curry


There's nothing like a hot curry on a cold day. Make it mild or spicy according to your preference. Serve over brown rice, or take the opportunity to introduce yourself to a whole grain that you've never tried before.

Ingredients:

• 1 can Vegetable Broth
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 2 Tbs. Curry powder (or to taste)
• 1 Brick of Firm Tofu
• 2 White Potatoes
• 2 Red Potatoes
• 4 Carrots
• ½ medium Red Pepper
• 1 Serrano Pepper (optional)
• 1 Stalk of Lemon Grass (optional)

Directions:
  1. Cut tofu and vegetables into cubes.
  2. Mix broth, coconut milk, and curry in a sauce pan.
  3. Add peppers, lemon grass, and tofu.
  4. Cook on medium heat until liquid comes to a low boil.
  5. Turn heat to low and add potatoes and carrots.
  6. Cover and cook until carrots and potatoes are tender.