Tofu Pita With Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Tofu Pita With Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce:; 1/4 cup canned light coconut milk; 2 tablespoons natural-style peanut butter (such as Smucker's); 1 tablespoon water; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; Tofu:; 1 pound firm or extra-firm tofu, drained; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips; Cooking spray; 3 cups trimmed watercress (about 2 bunches); 1 large cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded, and chopped; 3 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half

Servings: persons

Sauce:
1/4 cup canned light coconut milk
2 tablespoons natural-style peanut butter (such as Smucker's)
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
Tofu:
1 pound firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
Cooking spray
3 cups trimmed watercress (about 2 bunches)
1 large cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded, and chopped
3 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half

1
Prepare grill.
2
To prepare sauce, combine the first 10 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
3
To prepare the tofu, cut tofu lengthwise into 3 slices. Cut the tofu slices in half vertically. Place the tofu slices on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand for 30 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
4
Combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Brush the tofu slices with soy sauce mixture. Place the tofu slices and bell pepper on grill rack coated with cooking spray, and grill 4 minutes on each side or until tofu is golden.
5
Combine sauce, bell pepper, watercress, and cucumber in a large bowl, tossing gently to coat. Fill each pita half with about 1/2 cup watercress mixture and 1 tofu slice.

126

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce:, 1/4 cup canned light coconut milk, 2 tablespoons natural-style peanut butter (such as Smucker's), 1 tablespoon water, and more.

Yes, Tofu Pita With Peanut Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tofu Pita With Peanut Sauce

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