Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce
This Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for weight loss. It's a low-carb, low-fat, and vegan option, making it an excellent choice for those on a plant-based diet. This recipe is also gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance. Tofu is an excellent source of protein and iron, making it a perfect ingredient for a healthy dish. However, people with peanut or soy allergies should avoid this recipe.
Allergen Information: Contains Peanut Allergy, Soy Allergy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
187 kcal
Protein
11 g
Carbs
9 g
Fat
15 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Firm Tofu
1 cup, cubed (200g)
Rice Flour
2 tsp (10g)
Paprika powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Black Pepper
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Peanut Butter without sugar
2 tsp (10g)
Soy sauce
2 tsp (10g)
Sesame Oil
2 tsp (10g)
Chili flakes
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp (15g)
Garlic paste
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, combine the rice flour, paprika, garlic minced , salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Add the tofu cubes to the bowl and toss to coat them in the rice flour mixture.
Place the tofu cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the oil over the tofu cubes and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
While the tofu is baking, prepare the sesame peanut sauce. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
Serve the crispy tofu with the sesame peanut sauce.
Note: you can replace sesame peanut sauce with homemade sauce ( Roast and grind the peanuts to a fine paste; add 5 gms lightly roasted sesame seeds and grind them together; add desired condiments and spices)
Community Reviews & Results
Mohd Dutta
"Prepped this over the weekend, and Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."
Poonam Saxena
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Aakash Pillai
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Dev Chandra Deshmukh
"Tried this earlier today, and Crispy Tofu with Sesame Peanut Sauce has quickly become a household favorite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."