Instant Pot Tofu Curry

This Instant Pot Tofu Curry can be made in less than a half hour.

Made with extra firm tofu and chopped ginger, this simple plant based (vegan) recipe has a nice combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in a creamy sauce.

What makes tofu curry so good?

Besides the healthy vegan ingredients that go into this curry dish, tofu curry is an easy recipe made with simple ingredients in little time.

I like how versatile this dish is with how it is made and how it can be served..

Have you tried my recipe for Instant Pot Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles?

That tasty dish features noodles surrounded by a perfect balance of sweet, salty, savory, and spicy flavors in a creamy peanut sauce. Both this recipe for tofu curry and that recipe for noodles are tasty vegan recipes that can be easily made in a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.

Red curry paste is an important ingredient that is used in this recipe. You can find red curry paste here.

Why you will love this easy tofu curry recipe.

This recipe is made with simple ingredients that you may already have on hand. The ingredients are plant based and vegan diet friendly.

Here is what else you will like about this recipe.

• It takes about a half hour to make this recipe.
• Prep work needed to make this recipe is quick and easy.
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding in some vegetables or adjusting the heat.
• This curry tastes even better the next day when the flavors are allowed to meld together.

Ingredients you will need to make tofu curry in an Instant Pot.

Tofu

• Canola Oil. Olive oil or vegetable oil can be used instead.
• Onion. Yellow or white onion work well. Your onion should be chopped fine.
• Ginger. Fresh ginger that has been finely chopped.
• Tofu. Use firm or extra firm tofu that has been cut into one inch cubes.
• Seasonings. Salt and Pepper, plus any desired seasonings.

Sauce

• Coconut Milk. A full-fat coconut milk will give the sauce a more rich and creamy texture.
• Tomato Paste. Some folks prefer the consistency of crushed tomatoes.
• Red Curry Paste and Curry Powder.

Expert Tip👉 Add-ins that can make your curry even better include cooked chickpeas, chopped bell pepper, or cubed potatoes.

How to make tofu curry in a pressure cooker.

Prep Time: 20 minutes .
Pressure Cook Time: 5 minutes .
Servings: 4 .

1. Prepare. Prepare your ingredients as indicated. This includes chopping the onion and garlic and slicing the tofu into cubes.
2. Sauté. Add the oil and chopped onion and ginger to your pot. Set the post to sauté function and cook until fragrant- about 1 minutes. Then add the tofu cubes and saute for another minute.
3. Sauce. In a medium sized bowl, use a whisk or similar item to combine together your sauce ingredients (coconut milk, tomato past, and curry ingredients). Once fully combined, use a wooden spoon to stir the ingredients into the pot with the sauteed ingredients until the tofu is all coated with sauce.
4. Cook. Close the lid on pot and set the pot to high pressure for five minutes. Then release the pressure immediately.
5. Serve. Enjoy your tofu curry as desired.

Tips for making the best tofu curry

Firm or extra firm tofu can be used in this recipe depending on what you prefer. While the tofu does not need to be pressed, it is a good idea to squeeze out any excess liquid.

More helpful tips for you.

1. You can crispin your tofu, in an air fryer or your method of choice, before adding it to this recipe for even more firm tofu.
2. The quick release method is used in this recipe to prevent overcooking the ingredients. It is best to use the manufacturers directions for quick release, as well as sauteing and sealing, when working with a pressure cooker.
3. This curry goes great when serve over rice or with some noodles. I like that it tastes even better the next day when the ingredients have been allowed to meld together.