Best 7 Broccoli Tofu And Peanuts Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, broccoli, tofu, and peanuts come together to form an extraordinary symphony of flavors. This delightful trio can be transformed into an array of delectable dishes that cater to every palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of creating tantalizing recipes that showcase the unique properties of these ingredients. From classic stir-fries to innovative salads and hearty soups, we'll explore a world of culinary possibilities that will elevate your taste buds to new heights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI & TOFU STIR-FRY WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



Broccoli & Tofu Stir-Fry with Spicy Peanut Sauce image

Provided by veggiecurean

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons peanut butter ((natural, smooth))
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons ginger ((minced))
2 cloves garlic ((minced))
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups broccoli ((blanched))
4 scallions ((thinly sliced))
14 oz tofu ((extra-firm))

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the water, peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
  • Drain and rinse the tofu, then pat dry and slice it in half horizontally.
  • Cut te sliced tofu vertically into quarters, then crosswise. You should end up with tofu cubes roughly 1 inch by 1 inch.
  • In a skillet, heat oil over high heat.
  • Add tofu and cook in a single layer, without stirring, until the pieces begin to turn golden brown on the bottom (about 5 minutes).
  • Gently turn the tofu and cook until both sides are golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  • In a separate skillet, add the peanut sauce and blanched broccoli, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the tofu to that skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Remove the mixture from the heat, garnish with scallions and serve.

TOFU AND VEGGIES IN PEANUT SAUCE



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Easy, quick, and tasty meal. A favorite in our household.

Provided by Anne Buchanan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 small head broccoli, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
5 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 pound firm tofu, cubed
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup hot water
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons molasses
ground cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Saute broccoli, red bell pepper, mushrooms and tofu for 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine peanut butter, hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, molasses and cayenne pepper. Pour over vegetables and tofu. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 642 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

TOFU AND BROCCOLI WITH PEANUT SAUCE



Tofu and Broccoli with Peanut Sauce image

The combination of ingredients in this recipe I have to say is perfect. Really delicious and nutritious. This is a Mollie Katzen recipe.

Provided by Carol Bullock

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup unprocessed peanut butter
1/2 cup hot water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons tamari
2 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (1 lb) bunch fresh broccoli (frozen will do)
3 tablespoons oil
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb tofu, cut into small cubes
3 dashes salt
2 cups thinly-sliced onions
1 cup coarsely-chopped raw peanuts
2 -3 tablespoons tamari

Steps:

  • -----------TheSauce-----------.
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the peanut butter and hot water until uniform in consistency.
  • Whisk in the remaining ingredients.
  • Set aside.
  • -------TheSaute-------------.
  • Cut off the bottom half-inch of the broccoli stems.
  • Shave off the tough outer skins of the stalks with a sharp paring knife or a vegetable peeler.
  • Cut the stalks diagonally into thin slices.
  • Coarsely chop the flowerettes.
  • Set aside.
  • Begin heating the large skillet.
  • When it is hot add 1 tbsp of the oil.
  • Add half the garlic.
  • Salt lightly.
  • Sauté over medium heat for 1 minute, then add the tofu chunks.
  • Turn the heat up a little, and stir-fry the tofu for 5-8 minutes.
  • Transfer it, including whatever liquid it might have expressed, to the saucepanful of peanut sauce.
  • Mix together gently.
  • Wipe the skillet with a paper towel, and return it to the stove to begin heating once again.
  • Add the remaining garlic.
  • Salt lightly.
  • Add the onions, and some black pepper.
  • Sauté, stirring frequently, over medium heat, until the onions are soft.
  • On another burner, begin heating the peanut-tofu sauce on a low heat.
  • It shouldn't actually cook-it only needs to be warmed through.
  • Add the broccoli and the chopped peanuts to the skillet.
  • Add 2-3 tbsp tamari and stir-fry over medium-high heat until the broccoli is bright green and just tender.
  • Pour the heated peanut sauce over the sauté.
  • Toss everything gently until everything is coated with everything else.
  • Serve over long-grained white or brown rice (basmati is good).

BROCCOLI AND TOFU WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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This is a really yummy vegetarian dinner option. Even my non-vegetarian husband said it was great. Don't neglect to freeze/thaw/press the tofu as this will give the tofu a better, chewier texture. For additional flavor you can marinate the tofu in a bit of soy sauce and sesame oil.

Provided by casemnor

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb firm tofu (that has been frozen, thawed, pressed and cut into chunks)
1 lb broccoli
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil or 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups onions
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 scallions, minced
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup hot water
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
red chili pepper flakes (to taste)

Steps:

  • For the Sauce: Place peanut butter and water in a sauce pan, heat on low heat and whisk until mixture is uniform.
  • Add vinegar, honey, soy sauce and red chili flakes.
  • Set aside.
  • In a wok, heat half the oil, half the ginger, and half the garlic.
  • When hot, add tofu and stir fry for a few minutes.
  • Add tofu to sauce and set aside.
  • To wok add the rest of the oil, ginger, garlic, and onion.
  • When hot add the broccoli (which should be chopped into manageable bits, including the stems) and stir fry a few minutes.
  • Add the soy sauce and stir fry until broccoli is just tender and bright green.
  • Add sauce to broccoli and stir until everything is coated with sauce.
  • Serve immediately over steamed rice.
  • Top with lightly toasted chopped nuts and scallions.

GRILLED TOFU AND BROCCOLI WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk, stirred well
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
1 head broccoli
Sesame seeds, for topping

Steps:

  • Whisk the coconut milk, soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, ginger, brown sugar and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Firmly press the tofu dry with paper towels, cut into eight 1/2-inch-thick slabs, then firmly press dry again. Arrange in a small baking dish and pour half of the coconut milk mixture over the top; turn to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the peanut butter and vinegar into the remaining coconut milk mixture until smooth; season with salt and pepper and set aside for serving.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Oil the grates. Trim the broccoli and peel the stalks; slice into thin spears. Toss with the vegetable oil; season with salt.
  • Grill the broccoli, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the tofu from the marinade and pat dry; season with salt. Grill the tofu, lightly brushing occasionally with the marinade, until well marked, about 2 minutes per side. Serve the tofu and broccoli with the peanut sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

BROCCOLI AND TOFU IN THAI PEANUT SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Dessert     Fry     Steam     Low Fat     Peanut     Tofu     Broccoli

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large broccoli crowns, cut into bite-size florets
1 pound firm or extra-firm tofu, well drained and diced
3/4 cup spicy Thai peanut sauce, preferably low-fat, or as needed
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Steam the broccoli florets in a covered wok or stir-fry pan with about 1/2 inch of water, until tender-crisp.
  • Gently stir in the tofu and peanut sauce. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Add salt to taste, and serve at once.
  • Menu
  • Broccoli and Tofu in Thai Peanut Sauce (this page)
  • Hot cooked brown rice or noodles
  • Mixed Greens with Wild Mushrooms (page 53)
  • Fresh fruit or any fruity dessert from Chapter Eleven
  • nutrition information
  • Calories: 176
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Carbohydrate: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 106mg

BROCCOLI, POTATO, AND TOFU CASSEROLE



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Easy blend of broccoli, potatoes, and tofu for a cold winter day. Serve with Sriracha sauce.

Provided by serge

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Tofu

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ pounds baby yellow potatoes (such as Trader Joe's® Dutch Yellow®), quartered
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour olive oil in the bottom of a casserole dish. Add potatoes and garlic; toss to combine.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • While potatoes are baking, drain and discard the accumulated liquid from the tofu. Chop tofu into small cubes.
  • Remove potatoes from the oven and stir in broccoli and tofu cubes. Bake for 10 minutes. Mix in Cheddar cheese and bake until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 394.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tofu: Extra firm or firm tofu is best for this recipe, as it holds its shape well during cooking.
  • Press the tofu: Pressing the tofu removes excess water, which helps it to absorb the marinade and cook evenly.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the tofu its flavor, so make sure to use a combination of ingredients that you enjoy. Some good options include soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  • Cook the tofu over high heat: High heat helps to create a crispy outer layer on the tofu while keeping the inside tender.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Broccoli is a great choice for this recipe, but you can also use other vegetables such as carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas.
  • Add some nuts: Nuts add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to the dish. Peanuts are a classic choice, but you can also use almonds, cashews, or walnuts.
  • Serve the dish with rice or noodles: This dish is typically served with rice or noodles, but you can also serve it with quinoa or another whole grain.

Conclusion:

This broccoli tofu and peanuts dish is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and healthy fats, and it is also very easy to make. If you are looking for a new way to enjoy tofu, this recipe is definitely worth trying.

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