Hoisin Peanut Sauce Tofu Recipe

Name: Hoisin Peanut Sauce Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 14 ounce (396g) package firm tofu, drained and rinsed; 3 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil (or other high flashpoint oil), divided; 2 tablespoons sliced shallots; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons peanut butter; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 2 teaspoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Servings: persons

One 14 ounce (396g) package firm tofu, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil (or other high flashpoint oil), divided
2 tablespoons sliced shallots
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

1
Pat the tofu block dry with paper towels to remove excess water.
2
Cut into 1/2-inch thick slices.
3
Heat a large skillet over high heat.
4
Add 2 tablespoons of oil and after the oil is hot, carefully add the tofu into a single layer (hot oil may splatter).
5
Sear each side for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and crisped.
6
Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
7
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
8
Stir in the shallots and garlic and then cook for about 1 minute, or until soft.
9
Stir in the peanut butter, hoisin, water, fish sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar.
10
Stir sauce until well combined and simmer on low heat for about 30 seconds, or until the sauce thickens and brown sugar is dissolved.
11
If sauce is too thick, add more water as needed.
12
Serve tofu with the sauce either warm or at room temperature.
13
Garnish with chopped peanuts when serving.

224

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 14 ounce (396g) package firm tofu, drained and rinsed, 3 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil (or other high flashpoint oil), divided, 2 tablespoons sliced shallots, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Hoisin Peanut Sauce Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hoisin Peanut Sauce Tofu

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