When I posted this Spicy Peanut Tofu recipe on my Instagram Stories a month ago, a lot of you reached out and told me you made it. You also told me it was amazing. Reading all your messages makes me so me so happy and I know why. This recipe is fantastic, it is both easy and indulgent which is a win in my books. I have already made it four times since my post on Instagram. I like it that it can be whipped up with a few pantry staples. It is a real lifesaver for me on crazy busy evenings when everyone at home seems to be having a meltdown and I need dinner on the table quickly. This creamy spicy peanut tofu has become our family's favourite.
The tofu is cooked in a rich and spicy peanut butter sauce that is totally addictive, very similar to a satay sauce. The tofu is not baked or fried but it still works wonderfully in this creamy sauce. I recommend serving it with jasmine rice topped off with toasted sesame seeds. For the rest who have bookmarked this recipe, I urge you to try it.
Recipe from the Buddhist Chef cookbook
Spicy Peanut Tofu
This spicy tofu is the perfect recipe for any night of the week. The peanut sauce is spicy and slightly sweet and wonderfully delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil or avocado oil
- 2 shallots, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Vegetable broth 250 ml (I used 1 teaspoon stock powder dissolved in 1 cup warm water)
- 1 cup natural peanut butter 64g
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablepsoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 block extra firm tofu 450 g
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat
- Add the minced shallots and the garlic and saute for two to three minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine vegetable broth, peanut butter, soy sauce, ketchup, maple syrup, and sriracha sauce. Whisk until thoroughly combined. I usually blend the sauce for more uniform consistency.
- Pour the sauce into the saucepan with the shallots and garlic.
- Add the tofu, bring to a boil, then simmer the sauce until the sauce is creamy. Serve over steamed jasmine rice
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These are simple and fast to prepare and everyone enjoyed them!