Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce
List of Ingredients
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1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
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¼ cup peanut butter
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
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½ teaspoon ground chili pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 carrots, diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
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4 cups baby spinach
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1 ½ cups cooked brown rice
Cooking Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, Sriracha sauce, and ground chili pepper until smooth and well combined.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and bell peppers; sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly tender. Add tofu and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour the peanut sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat the tofu and vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes until the flavors meld. Lower the heat and gradually stir in spinach, one cup at a time, until wilted. Serve over brown rice.
Cooking Tips
For the best tofu texture, freeze it before cooking, then let it thaw on paper towels to absorb excess moisture. If you don't have time to freeze, gently squeeze the tofu between your hands over the sink and place it on paper towels until ready to cook. Draining it well beforehand will help it brown more quickly in the pan.
This recipe is also delicious with chicken as an alternative.
Feel free to experiment with different peanut butter varieties to adjust the flavor and texture of the sauce.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
441 | Calories |
26g | Fat |
39g | Carbs |
17g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 441 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 26g | 33% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 42% |
Sodium 649mg | 28% |
Total Carbohydrate 39g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 18% |
Total Sugars 12g | |
Protein 17g | 33% |
Vitamin C 51mg | 56% |
Calcium 413mg | 32% |
Iron 7mg | 41% |
Potassium 663mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5