Shanghai Tofu And Peanut Salad Recipe

Name: Shanghai Tofu And Peanut Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package medium firm tofu; salad oil; 3/4 lb bean sprouts; 1 medium cucumber; 1 cup shredded carrot; 3 green onions, thinly sliced (including tops); 3/4 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts; fresh coriander sprig (cilantro); green onion, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch pieces; Sesame Dressing; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons salad oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Servings: persons

1 (1 lb) package medium firm tofu
salad oil
3/4 lb bean sprouts
1 medium cucumber
1 cup shredded carrot
3 green onions, thinly sliced (including tops)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts
fresh coriander sprig (cilantro)
green onion, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch pieces
Sesame Dressing
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons salad oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1
Cut tofu crosswise into 1-inch thick slices.
2
Let drain in a colander for 15 minutes, then place between paper towels and gently press out excess water.
3
Place tofu on a rack in a shallow rimmed baking pan and brush all surfaces with oil.
4
Bake in a 350u00b0 oven for 20 minutes.
5
Let cool, then cut into 1/4 by 1/4 by 1 inch strips.
6
Prepare Sesame Dressing and add tofu, stirring gently to coat.
7
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
8
Meanwhile, fill a 24-quart pan half-full with water.
9
Bring to a boil over high heat.
10
Add bean sprouts and cook for 10 seconds; then drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.
11
Cover and refrigerate.
12
Peel cucumber, if desired, and cut in half lengthwise.
13
Scoop out and discard seeds, if large, and slice thinly; cover and refrigerate.
14
Just before serving, combine tofu and dressing, bean sprouts, cucumber, 2/3 C.
15
of the carrots, thinly sliced onions, and nuts in a large salad bowl; toss gently.
16
Garnish with remaining carrots, coriander, and diagonally sliced onions.
17
Sesame Dressing: Combine dressing ingredients and mix well.

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 lb) package medium firm tofu, salad oil, 3/4 lb bean sprouts, 1 medium cucumber, and more.

Yes, Shanghai Tofu And Peanut Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Shanghai Tofu And Peanut Salad

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