Dry Fried Tofu with Broccolini + Thai Peanut Sauce
Tofu is dry-fried and tossed with a vegan Thai peanut sauce and served with fiber-rich broccolini spears. Serve with brown rice for a balanced, plant-based entree.
Course entree
Cuisine Asian, Thai, vegan
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 50 minutesminutes
Servings 2-3
Author Steph McKercher, MS RDN | The Grateful Grazer
Ingredients
1block extra firm tofudrained and pressed for 30 minutes
Cut tofu into about 20 square pieces and preheat a wok or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Add tofu to pan in a single layer and press down with a spatula. (You should hear sizzling.) Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, flipping when golden brown. Remove tofu from pan, cut into smaller pieces if desired, and set aside.
Add broccoli to skillet and cook over medium-high heat until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, tamari, maple syrup, and garlic.
Push broccolini to ind side of the skillet and add tofu back in, toss with peanut sauce, and cook until warmed through.
Transfer to serving dish and top with scallions and crushed red peppers. Serve with cooked brown rice if desired.