Description
Crispy tofu served with a rich and spicy peanut sauce, perfect as a protein-packed vegan meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
- 1/4 cup warm water (to thin sauce)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Press tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sriracha, warm water, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Heat the peanut sauce in a small saucepan over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over crispy tofu or toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use extra-firm tofu for best results.
- Air frying or baking are good alternatives to pan-frying.
- Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of sriracha.
- Great served over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
