Peanut Tofu Stir-Fry

ARE YOU READY FOR MY GO-TO MEAL??

This is something I literally make on the reg & had never considered adding it to the blog!! But I was asked so many questions about it when I shared a pic over on the ‘gram recently that I KNEW it was a must add!

This is also a recipe that I used one of the first times I made tofu for my husband. We have been moving wayyy more plant-based in our home & I finally got to try out this veggie-friendly protein on him! Tofu can be a scary ingredient to grab off the shelf for the first time… The texture can different, and the taste alone, questionable. BUT — tofu takes on the taste of pretty much whatever you cook it with so, if you’re a peanut sauce fan, this one is for you!

Trying new foods can be intimidating, but incorporate them in a way you know! Add a sauce you love, use veggies you already feel comfortable with. For me — This peanut sauce coated veggie bowl is just that!

It’s spicy (if you want it to be), filling, hearty, warming & ready so quick! Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week!

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Peanut Tofu Stir-fry

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 package (14 oz.) firm tofu

  • 2 medium zucchini, chopped

  • 3 c broccoli florets

  • 1 c carrots, chopped

  • 1/4 c creamy peanut butter

  • 2 Tbsp. tamari or soy sauce

  • 1 tsp. peanut oil

  • Optional: 1-3 tsp. Sriracha

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Heat peanut oil in a large pan or skillet on the stove over medium heat.

  2. Add chopped zucchini, carrot, and broccoli florets into the pan & cook for 5-7 minutes, until starting to soften.

  3. Cube tofu into bite sized pieces & add to the pan of vegetables.

  4. Cook another 5-10 minutes until vegetables are cooked to your preference & tofu is starting to brown on the sides.

  5. While tofu & vegetables are cooking, in a small mixing bowl add the peanut butter, tamari, and optional sriracha. Mix until it becomes a paste. *It is normal that it is kind of thick.

  6. Add the peanut paste into the pan with the tofu & vegetables. As it heats it will thin slightly as you stir it paste in. Mix until everything is evenly coated with peanut sauce.

  7. Serve with rice, cauliflower rice, or rice noodles to complete the meal.

  8. Meal prep and store it for the week or serve immediately.

NUTRITION INFO (1 SERVING WITHOUT RICE):

Calories: 228, Fat: 13.5g, Carbohydrates: 16.5g, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 6g, Added Sugar: 0g, Protein: 15g

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OPTIONAL:

  • Serve with rice or rice noodles for a well rounded meal.

  • Serve with cauliflower rice for a lower carb version of the dish.

  • Make ahead of time & easily pack for weekday lunches.

  • Add any additional vegetables you enjoy in a stir fry!

  • Not into tofu?? Sub in some chicken, steak, tempeh (for another veggie option)!


xx,
mallory

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