Tofu and Peppers with Spicy Vegan Peanut Sauce

Tofu and Peppers with Spicy Vegan Peanut Sauce

Forget what you think you know about tofu and try this recipe! It is spicy, savory, vegan, and delicious. A vegetable chopper can cut down on the prep time.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 (1 pound) packages firm tofu, drained
  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 4 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 large onions, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 bunch green onions, sliced thin
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup natural, unsalted peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce, or more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1
Slice tofu into 1/2-inch-thick strips and press between paper towels to remove excess water; leave to drain while preparing vegetables.

Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil and sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add green bell peppers, onions, and carrots; saute until peppers and carrots are tender and onions are golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, mix in green onions and garlic, and cover with a lid.

Step 3
Chop tofu into bite-sized chunks. Heat remaining peanut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 4
Combine peanut butter, water, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper in a blender and blend until smooth to make the peanut sauce.

Step 5
Transfer tofu and peanut sauce to the skillet with the vegetables. Heat over low heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307
Calories
21g
Fat
19g
Carbs
17g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21g 26%
Saturated Fat4g 18%
Sodium648mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate19g 7%
Dietary Fiber5g 18%
Total Sugars8g
Protein17g
Vitamin C77mg 384%
Calcium593mg 46%
Iron10mg 53%
Potassium648mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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