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Baked Peanut Tofu
Baked Peanut Tofu features pressed extra-firm tofu cubes marinated in a peanut-based sauce made with peanut butter, tamari, rice vinegar, miso paste, and red pepper flakes. After marinating, the tofu is baked until it develops a firm texture, absorbing the savory and subtly spicy sauce. This dish pairs well with rice and vegetables, offering a plant-protein option with a rich, nutty flavor balanced by tangy and spicy notes in the sauce.
Prep Time
1 hr 15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
227 kcal
Course:
Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz tofu pressed to remove liquid, extra-firm, package
- rice of choice; to serve
- vegetables of choice; to serve
Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/8 cup water hot
- 1 Tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon miso paste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes add more for more spice
Instructions
- Once tofu has been pressed, chop into 1/2 inch cubes.
- Add peanut butter, water, tamari, rice vinegar, miso paste and red pepper flakes into a bowl and whisk until smooth. You can also use a blender for this.
- Pour the sauce over the tofu cubes and toss to cover all the pieces. Marinate the tofu in peanut sauce and place in a covered container in the fridge for at least an hour. I marinated mine for about 5-6 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place marinated tofu on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray and bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping once around the 15 minute mark. Remove from oven and serve tofu with sides of choice. I like to serve it with rice and some sort of veggie. I also like adding a little Sriracha on top for extra heat.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1/4 of recipe
Calories
227kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Sodium
297mg
(12%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 227kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Sodium | 297mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.