Description
A delightful, quick weeknight meal featuring crispy sesame tofu coated in an addictively creamy peanut sauce, topped with fresh veggies.
Ingredients
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- For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 1/4 cup hot water
- For the Tofu Bowl:
- 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu
- 1/4 cup peanut sauce (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 1/4 cup white sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- Greens of choice
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumber or carrots, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Make the Peanut Sauce: Combine all peanut sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Prepare the Sesame Tofu: Press the tofu for 15 minutes, cut into pieces, coat with the peanut sauce and cornstarch, then roll in sesame seeds.
- Bake the Tofu: Arrange on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20 minutes, checking for crispiness.
- Prepare the Bowl: Layer greens and veggies in a bowl.
- Assemble and Serve: Place baked tofu on top, drizzle with peanut sauce, and serve fresh.
Notes
Store tofu and sauce separately to maintain crispiness. The peanut sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu, peanut sauce, vegan, healthy, Asian cuisine, weeknight meal
