CAMBODIAN STYLE TOFU SALAD

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Wonderful Asian flavors in this salad! I have doubled the sauce recipe so there's plenty to spoon over the veggies. From Martha Stewart Living, March 1996.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 inches piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped (or 1-inch piece galangal if you can find it-can use frozen ginger)
4 -5 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 -2 fresh jalapeno pepper, diced
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons asian fish sauce (nam pla)
3/4-1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb green beans, trimmed
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch matchsticks (about 1/2 pound)
7 scallions, cut into 2-inch slivers
3 red italian frying bell peppers, seeded and thinly sliced (about 11 ounces, or 2 bell peppers)
1 head boston lettuce, shredded (8 ounces)
1/4-1/3 cup of fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place tofu between two layers of paper towel on a dish. Place a baking sheet over tofu, and set a heavy book on top of baking sheet to weight tofu so it releases excess water; let stand about 30 minutes.
  • Combine ginger, garlic, jalapeno, sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and vinegar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add salt and beans; cook until beans are just tender and bright green, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain beans, and transfer immediately to a large bowl of ice water. When chilled, drain again, and pat dry.
  • Distribute beans, carrots, scallions, red peppers, lettuce, and mint evenly among six plates.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu, and cook until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
  • Add ginger mixture, toss to coat tofu, and cook about 1 minute more.
  • Spoon tofu and sauce over vegetables, sprinkle with peanuts, and serve.

Ayush Kumar
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This recipe is not vegan. Can you suggest a vegan alternative?


Jad
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I'm allergic to peanuts. Can I substitute another ingredient?


Kamal Hassan
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This recipe seems a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients.


Shoboj Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try. It looks really flavorful.


Januka Bardewa
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This salad looks absolutely delicious! I can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing the recipe.


Rafaqat Khokhar
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I'm always looking for new and exciting tofu recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures is incredible.


Elijah Bartlett
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The tofu is cooked perfectly and the dressing is out of this world.


Danish Okz
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The dressing is amazing! I could drink it straight from the bowl.


bekalu yemane
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This salad was a breeze to make and so flavorful. I loved the combination of sweet, sour, and salty. It's the perfect light and refreshing meal for a hot summer day.


Jennifer Bringsplenty
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This tofu salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making it again for my next gathering.


Dorothy Wallace
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this salad changed my mind! The tofu was perfectly cooked and absorbed the flavors of the dressing beautifully. The vegetables were also fresh and crisp. Overall, this was a refreshing and delicious salad that I'll


Jared Spencer
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This Cambodian-style tofu salad was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly harmonious, with the tangy dressing perfectly complementing the soft tofu and crunchy vegetables. I especially loved the addition of the peanuts, which added a delig