Tofu Triangles In Creamy Nut Buttter Sauce With Scallions Recipe

Name: Tofu Triangles In Creamy Nut Buttter Sauce With Scallions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 carton firm tofu, drained; 2 tablespoons peanut or sesame oil, for frying; 2 scallions including the greens, thinly sliced on the diagonal; 1 tablespoon toasted white or black sesame seeds; 1/4 cup regular soy sauce; 1 tablespoon tamari; 1/4 cup sesame paste, peanut butter, or cashew butter; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons white or light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili oil; 2 scallions, finely chopped; 1/3 cup water or stock; Pinch salt

Servings: persons

1 carton firm tofu, drained
2 tablespoons peanut or sesame oil, for frying
2 scallions including the greens, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 tablespoon toasted white or black sesame seeds
1/4 cup regular soy sauce
1 tablespoon tamari
1/4 cup sesame paste, peanut butter, or cashew butter
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons white or light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili oil
2 scallions, finely chopped
1/3 cup water or stock
Pinch salt

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1. Slice the tofu crosswise into scant 1/ 2-inch slabs, then cut each slab into 2 triangles. Blot with paper towels.
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2. Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet and add the oil. When hot, add the tofu and fry over medium-high heat until golden. Turn and cook on the second side.
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3. Meanwhile, combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small food processor and puree until smooth. Taste for salt and add a little extra, if needed.
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4. When the tofu is done, pour in half the sauce and cook until bubbling and partially reduced.
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5. Turn off the heat, scatter the scallions and sesame seeds over the top, and bring to the table.

215

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 carton firm tofu, drained, 2 tablespoons peanut or sesame oil, for frying, 2 scallions including the greens, thinly sliced on the diagonal, 1 tablespoon toasted white or black sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Tofu Triangles In Creamy Nut Buttter Sauce With Scallions 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.

Tofu Triangles In Creamy Nut Buttter Sauce With Scallions

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