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Savory Peanut Tofu with Coconut Rice for Cozy Nights

Savory Peanut Tofu with Coconut Rice

Savory Peanut Tofu with Coconut Rice for Cozy Nights is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tofu and Rice
  • 1 block extra-firm tofu pressed for crispiness
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1.25 cups water
  • 1 pinch salt
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup peanuts chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup steamed kale or broccoli for serving
Coating
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch for coating tofu

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Press the tofu for maximum crispiness when baking.
  2. Preheat the oven and prepare the cornstarch and soy sauce mixture for the tofu.
  3. Cook the white rice with coconut milk, water, and salt according to package instructions.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, garlic, lime juice, and cilantro for the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Bake the tofu until crispy, then coat it with the peanut sauce.
  2. Serve the tofu over the coconut rice and top with peanuts and steamed kale or broccoli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to swap the kale or broccoli for your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Add sriracha or chili flakes for more heat.

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