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Peanut Tofu Satay

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Peanut Tofu Satay

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If you’re not a fan of tofu - yet - give this rich and flavorful Peanut Satay dish a try. Extra-firm tofu is marinated in a creamy peanut sauce, seared to perfection, and served over steamed rice. Topped with fresh cilantro, scallions, crushed peanuts, and a drizzle of chili crisp oil, this plant-based meal is satisfying, easy to make, and sustainable.

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Serves

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Time

40 min

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CO2e

Tofu = 2 kg CO2e

Let's cook it

Ingredients

3 heaping tbsp peanut butter
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2/3 cup coconut milk
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 to 2 tbsp sriracha, depending on spice preference
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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3 tbsp soy sauce
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2 tbsp grated garlic
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1 tbsp grated ginger
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1 lime, juiced
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1 block extra or super firm tofu, drained, dried, & cut into 16 evenly sized cubes
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Oil, salt, & pepper as needed
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1 handful cilantro, finely chopped
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2 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias
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1/2 cup crushed peanuts
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1 tsp white & black sesame seeds
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1 tbsp chili crisp oil
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Rice for serving

3 heaping tbsp peanut butter
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160 ml coconut milk
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 to 2 tbsp sriracha, depending on spice preference
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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3 tbsp soy sauce
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2 tbsp grated garlic
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1 tbsp grated ginger
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1 lime, juiced
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1 block extra or super firm tofu, drained, dried, & cut into 16 evenly sized cubes
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Oil, salt, & pepper as needed
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1 handful cilantro, finely chopped
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2 scallions, thinly sliced
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A handful of crushed peanuts
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1 tsp white & black sesame seeds
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1 tbsp chili crisp oil
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Rice for serving

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🗒️ Ingredients

Steps

Prepare the Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, coconut milk, maple syrup, sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, pepper, garlic, ginger, and lime juice. Set aside.
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Sear the Tofu: Heat a cast iron pan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Skewer 4 tofu cubes on each small skewer. Add 3-4 tbsp of neutral cooking oil to the pan. Sear the tofu skewers, seasoning them with a large pinch of salt and black pepper. Sear on all four sides, about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
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Add Sauce to Tofu: Pour half of the peanut sauce over the tofu in the pan. Continue to flip and sear the tofu for another 1-2 minutes per side, or until it reaches the desired texture and color.
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Serve: Plate the tofu skewers over rice. Finish with extra peanut sauce, cilantro, scallion, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and chili crisp.

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