Spicy Tofu in Creamy Coconut Sauce with Sambal - Recipe By Me

Ingredients

• 10 to 20 ounces extra-firm or firm tofu, drained
• 2 tablespoons canola oil or other neutral oil
• Kosher salt, to taste
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, or substitute with neutral oil
• 1 cup thinly sliced shallots
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
• 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
• 2 to 3 tablespoons sambal oelek, adjust for desired heat
• 1 1/2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 1/2 to 3 teaspoons coconut sugar or brown sugar, to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt, or 1/4 teaspoon table salt; adjust as needed
• Sliced scallions
• Red pepper flakes
• Toasted sesame seeds