Tofu and Broccoli with Peanut Sauce
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Description: The combination of ingredients in this recipe I have to say is perfect. Really delicious and nutritious. This is a Mollie Katzen recipe.
Recipe Category: Rice
Keywords: Soy/Tofu, Beans, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Thai, Asian, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Aggregated Rating: 4.5 stars
Review Count: 50
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 459.9
- Fat Content: 33g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 900.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 28.2g
- Fiber Content: 7.6g
- Sugar Content: 11g
- Protein Content: 21g
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 2 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For the Saute:
- 1 large head fresh broccoli
- 3 cloves garlic
- 8 ounces tofu, cut into chunks
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2-3 tablespoons tamari
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
The Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the peanut butter and hot water until uniform in consistency.
- Whisk in the remaining ingredients.
- Set aside.
The Saute:
- Cut off the bottom half-inch of the broccoli stems.
- Shave off the tough outer skins of the stalks with a sharp paring knife or a vegetable peeler.
- Cut the stalks diagonally into thin slices and coarsely chop the florets. Set aside.
- Begin heating a large skillet.
- When it is hot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add half of the garlic and salt lightly.
- Saute over medium heat for 1 minute, then add the tofu chunks.
- Turn the heat up a little and stir-fry the tofu for 5-8 minutes.
- Transfer the tofu, including any liquid it might have expressed, to the saucepan with the peanut sauce. Mix together gently.
- Wipe the skillet with a paper towel and return it to the stove to begin heating again.
- Add the remaining garlic, salt lightly, and add the onions and some black pepper.
- Saute, stirring frequently, over medium heat until the onions are soft.
- On another burner, begin heating the peanut-tofu sauce on low heat. It only needs to be warmed through, not cooked.
- Add the broccoli and chopped peanuts to the skillet.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of tamari and stir-fry over medium-high heat until the broccoli is bright green and just tender.
- Pour the heated peanut sauce over the saute.
- Toss everything gently until coated evenly.
- Serve over long-grained white or brown rice (basmati is good).
This delightful Tofu and Broccoli with Peanut Sauce recipe offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, creating a satisfyingly wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the rich peanut sauce infused with hints of tangy cider vinegar and spicy cayenne, paired with tender tofu, crisp broccoli, and crunchy peanuts, all served over a bed of fluffy rice. Whether you’re a fan of Thai-inspired cuisine or simply seeking a nourishing vegan meal, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
