Satay Tofu Skewers

Our easy, Vegan, and incredibly tasty Satay Tofu Skewers recipe. Served with our creamy Peanut Sauce, aromatic fresh Coriander and crunchy Sesame Seeds.

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Course: Appetizer, lunch, Main, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Prep Time: 8

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 16

Servings:

Calories: 200kcal

Author: Yasmin

Equipment

Frying pan)
Garlic press (for the Satay Sauce)
Glass Bowl (for the Satay Sauce)
Sharp Knife
4 Skewers (these can be wooden or metal)
Small Tongs (or fork for handling the cooked Tofu)
Whisk (for the Satay Sauce)

Ingredients

For the Homemade Satay Sauce

1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 clove Garlic small, minced
½ teaspoon Ginger fresh, minced
¼ Lime fresh, juiced
1.5 tbsps Maple Syrup
¼ cup Creamy Peanut Butter
2 tbsps Soy Sauce low-sodium
2-4 tbsps Water lukewarm

For the Skewers

Small Handful Fresh Coriander/Cilantro for garnishing
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for garnishing
1 block Firm Tofu

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

For Homemade Satay Sauce

Mince the Garlic and Ginger either by using a Garlic Press, or by dicing very finely with a sharp knife, then add both to your bowl.
1 clove Garlic, ½ teaspoon Ginger
Add the Apple Cider Vinegar, Lime Juice, Maple Syrup, Soy Sauce and Peanut Butter to the bowl.
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar, ¼ Lime, 1.5 tbsps Maple Syrup, 2 tbsps Soy Sauce, ¼ cup Creamy Peanut Butter
Using a Whisk or a Fork gently begin stirring all the ingredients together for a few minutes. Initially the Peanut Butter will separate, as shown in picture 3. However, once you continue whisking together for a minute or two, it will start to blend well with the other ingredients until it is all well combined (picture 4).

For the Tofu Skewers

Put your frying pan on a low-medium heat, and add the Sesame Oil.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
Then cut your block of Tofu in to 2-3cm squares.
1 block Firm Tofu
Add the Tofu to the hot pan and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning a few times until golden brown on all sides.
Next, take your pan off the heat and turn off the hob.
Add 4 tablespoons of the Satay Sauce to the pan and stir well until the Tofu is fully coated.
Using a pair of tongs or a fork, slide the Tofu cubes to the skewers, being careful as the Tofu will be a little hot.

For the Peanut Dipping Sauce

Mix the Satay Sauce with 2-4 tablespoons of water, depending on the consistency you'd like. Start with 2 tablespoons, mix well, then add more if required.
2-4 tbsps Water
Serve your Tofu Skewers topped with fresh, chopped, Coriander/Cilantro and a sprinkle of Sesame Seeds.
Small Handful Fresh Coriander/Cilantro, 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Notes

Don't overcook your Tofu! You want it golden brown for best results. This makes the Tofu slightly crispy on the outside, yet firm and moist on the inside.

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