Description
A delicious and healthy Tofu Bowl topped with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 cup of cooked brown rice
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1/4 cup of peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons of lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- Chopped peanuts and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the tofu into cubes and marinate in soy sauce for 15 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the marinated tofu. Cook until golden brown.
- In a separate pot, steam the mixed vegetables until tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), lime juice, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
- Assemble the bowl by placing brown rice at the bottom, followed by tofu, mixed vegetables, and drizzle with peanut sauce.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, add chili flakes or sriracha.
- This recipe is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables.
- Leftover tofu can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Tofu Bowl, Peanut Sauce, Vegan Recipe, Healthy Meal