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Tofu Satay with Peanut Sauce

Kelly Jensen
This easy tofu satay recipe has fresh chopped vegetables & high protein tofu in a thick and creamy peanut satay sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, for an easy weeknight dinner you can get on the table quickly.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Indonesian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 584 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 large bell pepper sliced, I used a red bell pepper
  • 1 14 ounce package extra firm tofu
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 13 ounce can coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup peanuts chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions, and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables begin to shimmer.
  • Add the bell pepper and tofu, and sauté for an additional 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the soy sauce, coconut milk, peanut butter, cayenne pepper, and water to the pot. Stir well until peanut butter dissolves and bring the pot to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a low simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add the lime juice, cilantro, and green onions to the pot.
  • Serve satay tofu over rice or noodles, and garnish with the chopped peanuts. Enjoy!

Notes

Dietary Modifications for this Tofu Satay

  • This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, dairy free and high in protein.
  • To make gluten free, substitute the soy sauce for tamari or a certified gluten free soy sauce. Ensure that all ingredients are certified gluten free before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 584kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 20gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 30gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 249mgPotassium: 854mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1413IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 5mg
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