Crispy tofu, grains, and fresh vegetables with creamy peanut sauce for a satisfying plant-based meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Tofu
01 - 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - Pinch of salt
→ Grains
05 - 1 cup brown rice or quinoa, uncooked
06 - 2 cups water or vegetable broth
→ Vegetables
07 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
08 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
10 - 1 cup edamame, steamed and shelled
11 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
12 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
→ Peanut Sauce
13 - 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
14 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
15 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
16 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
17 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
18 - 2 tablespoons warm water
19 - 1 garlic clove, minced
20 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
21 - Pinch of chili flakes, optional
→ Toppings
22 - 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
23 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
24 - Fresh cilantro or mint leaves, optional
# Directions:
01 - Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff and set aside.
02 - Preheat oven to 400°F or heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
04 - Drizzle tofu with olive oil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Alternatively, pan-fry in skillet until browned on all sides.
05 - Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes until smooth. Add more water if needed for desired consistency.
06 - Julienne or slice vegetables as directed. Steam edamame if using frozen.
07 - Divide cooked rice or quinoa among four bowls. Arrange tofu, carrots, bell pepper, cabbage, edamame, cucumber, and spring onions on top.
08 - Drizzle generously with peanut sauce. Garnish with roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
