Best 4 Tofu And Veggies In Peanut Sauce Recipes
Tofu and vegetables in peanut sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. The tofu is a good source of protein and the vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals. The peanut sauce is creamy and flavorful, and it adds a nice depth of flavor to the dish. This dish can be served over rice, noodles, or quinoa, and it is also a great option for a vegetarian or vegan meal.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
TOFU AND VEGGIES IN PEANUT SAUCE
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
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 STIR-FRY WITH PEANUT SAUCE (VEGAN)
This is a throwback recipe from when I was a hardcore vegan, but it's still one of my staples years later. It's healthy, filling, and full of flavor!
Provided by Julia Rose
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stir-Fry
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Whisk coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sriracha sauce, and ground chile powder in a bowl until a smooth sauce forms.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and red bell pepper; saute until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tofu; saute until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour sauce into the skillet; stir to coat tofu, carrots, and bell pepper. Cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in spinach 1 cup at a time until wilted. Serve over brown rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 648.6 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
TOFU-VEGETABLE SATAY WITH PEANUT SAUCE
Caramelized pineapple, tofu and vegetables take center stage in these vegan satay, which are inspired by Indonesian charcoal-grilled skewers. Here, the smoky satay are glazed with sweet and sticky kecap manis, a fermented sweet soy sauce (see Tip), which also flavors the peanut sauce along with garlic, shallots and chile. The sauce is meant to be generously poured over the satay to serve, but any leftovers will last for one week in the refrigerator. The sauce thickens over time, so loosen it with extra water as needed. Serve the satay and peanut sauce with steamed rice or noodles, and a side of stir-fried greens or roast potatoes. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Lara Lee
Categories vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 45m
Yield 24 skewers (4 to 6 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the satay: Place the tofu in a folded dish towel and gently press to remove excess liquid. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes.
- Cut the thicker white and light green stalks of the scallions into 1-inch pieces. Thinly slice the thinner, dark green scallion stalks on the diagonal and reserve for the garnish.
- Make the peanut sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add shallots, chiles and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a food processor or blender. Add the peanut butter, 5 tablespoons kecap manis and ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon water, and blend until almost smooth. (It makes about 1 ½ cups.) Transfer sauce to a small bowl. (If the sauce thickens, add more water by the tablespoon until it is pourable.)
- Assemble the satay: Place a cube of eggplant onto a bamboo skewer, followed by a piece of pineapple, bell pepper, scallion, tofu and another piece of eggplant. Repeat with the remaining skewers.
- Heat the grill or a griddle pan over high. Use a pastry brush to dab the 1/4 cup oil all over the skewers. Once hot, line the skewers on the grill or griddle pan, working in batches as needed. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 2 to 3 minutes with a metal spatula or tongs, until the eggplant is cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Prepare the glaze: Mix 4 tablespoons kecap manis with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Brush the glaze all over the skewers.
- Pool about 1 cup peanut sauce onto a large serving plate, spreading it close to the edges of the plate. Lay the cooked skewers on top, then spoon the remaining peanut sauce on top. Drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon of kecap manis, and garnish with the sliced scallions.
PEANUT SAUCE VEGETABLE STIR FRY WITH TOFU
This comes courtesy of the Bob's Red Mill recipe collection. The original version called for serving over quinoa, but since I never have that available and suspect many others don't either, this version I'm posting simply calls for rice. Feel free to serve this over quinoa or whatever grain suits you; soba noodles would probably be great too. Personally, I always omit the mushrooms because of an allergy; the veggies are really just suggestions anyway, so adapt and experiment according to your needs. Chopped peanuts are nice added to this, too, for added crunch. NOTE: Cook time does not include cooking of the rice, since that will vary according to the kind you use.
Provided by Lynne M
Categories Rice
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, and cayenne pepper. (Don't worry if sauce is not entirely blended; heat will melt the peanut butter into a smooth texture when added to wok.).
- Heat oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sauté broccoli, pepper, mushrooms, and tofu for 5 minutes.
- Pour peanut sauce over vegetable-tofu mix. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and crisp.
- Serve over rice, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 529, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 714, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 7.4, Protein 24.5
Tips for Making Perfect Tofu and Veggies in Peanut Sauce
- Use extra-firm tofu for the best texture. Extra-firm tofu will hold its shape better in the sauce and won't fall apart.
- Press the tofu before cooking to remove excess water. This will help the tofu absorb the flavors of the sauce better.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat and cook evenly.
- Pan-fry the tofu until it's golden brown. This will give the tofu a slightly crispy texture and help it hold its shape in the sauce.
- Use a variety of vegetables in the stir-fry. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the dish.
- Make sure the vegetables are cooked tender-crisp. You don't want them to be too soft or too crunchy.
- Use a flavorful peanut sauce. The peanut sauce is what really makes this dish special, so make sure you use a good one. You can find a recipe for peanut sauce in the article.
- Serve the tofu and vegetables over rice or noodles. This will make a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion
Tofu and vegetables in peanut sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that's easy to make. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables, and it's also a good source of fiber. The peanut sauce adds a rich and flavorful element to the dish, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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