Braised Tofu in Spicy Peanut Sauce

Submitted by hello

"A tasty, substantial dish with many health benefits. Recent studies show that eating tofu lowers the risk of a number of age related diseases. Tofu contains high levels of isoflavones, one is called Genistein, that inhibits the growth of cancer cells because of it’s antioxidant properties. Tofu is versatile as can be bought in different consistencies depending on the recipe, firm for grilling, soft for casseroles and silken for desserts."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 4 steaks

ingredients

• 600 g tofu, cut into 4 steaks
• 50 ml vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 80 ml coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten free optional)
• 7 g ginger, cut into thin strips
• 21 g lemongrass, stalks, finely chopped
• 50 g shallots
• 21 g jalapenos, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon chives, for garnish
• 250 ml water

directions

1. Heat oil in a pan.
2. Sear tofu steaks over high heat for about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
3. In the same pan, sauté ginger, lemongrass, jalapenos, and shallots for about 2 minutes.
4. Add water, coconut milk, soy sauce, and peanut butter. Bring to a boil.
5. Add tofu steaks and simmer for 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through the cooking.
6. Serve with the braising sauce and garnish with chives.