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Air Fryer Peanut Curry Tofu with Gingery Cauliflower Rice

This Air Fryer Peanut Curry Tofu with Gingery Cauliflower Rice is a quick vegan low-carb meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 453 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 ounce package extra-firm tofu (drained)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce or gluten free tamari (or gluten free tamari, plus 1 teaspoon )
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 clove garlic (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 2 scallions (white and green separated)
  • 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
  • 1 ounce package riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen )
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Instructions

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  1. Drain the tofu: Place tofu on a paper towel or tea towel lined plate. Cover with another towel and place a heavy pan on top to press out excess water from tofu.
  2. Make Marinade: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce and the grated garlic clove. Whisk to combine.
  3. Cut tofu into cubes: Transfer the tofu to a cutting board, flip on its side and slice in half lengthwise. Flip it back over to lay flat on the cutting board and cut into 32 equal cubes. Place in a medium size shallow container or dish so the cubes are in 1 even layer.
  4. Season the tofu: Sprinkle with curry powder, turning to coat all sides. Pour sauce from the bowl over the tofu, flipping pieces to make sure they are evenly coated. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Make Peanut Sauce: After transferring the tofu marinade to the shallow dish, add the peanut butter, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, sriracha and 1 teaspoon ginger to the small bowl.  Whisk to combine, adding warm water a little at a time to thin to pourable consistency (I added about 2 ½ tablespoons).  Set aside.
  6. Air Fry: Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Transfer the tofu to the air fryer in a single layer and air fry 370F 12-14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cook time, until golden and crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.
  7. Make Cauliflower Rice: Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium heat.  Add the olive oil, swirling to coat the pan.  Add the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ginger and scallion whites. Sauté for 30 seconds then add the cauliflower rice.  Sprinkle with salt and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring often.
  8. Toss with Peanut Sauce: Transfer tofu from the air fryer basket to the same shallow dish from marinating (if desired), add the sauce and toss to coat.
  9. To serve: In 2 shallow bowls, layer each with ½ the cauliflower rice and half the tofu.  Top each with scallion greens and peanuts.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1bowl Calories 453kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 4.5g (23%) Sodium 981mg (41%) Fiber 8.5g (34%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 453

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bowl
Calories 453kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 4.5g 23%
Sodium 981mg 41%
Fiber 8.5g 34%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.