Delicious Tofu Satay with Creamy Peanut Sauce

This Tofu Satay with Peanut Sauce recipe is a delightful twist on the traditional Indonesian dish. Marinated in a delicious blend of spices, this grilled tofu is served with a creamy and flavorful peanut sauce that will keep you coming back for more. It's a perfect appetizer or main course for both vegan and non-vegan eaters.

Ingredients

• 1 block of firm tofu
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
• 1/4 cup water
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Directions

1. Press the tofu: Place the tofu block between two kitchen towels or layers of paper towels. Put something heavy on top (like a cutting board with some weights) and let it sit for 20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
2. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, curry powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if desired).
3. Cut the tofu: Slice the tofu into rectangular pieces, around 1/4 inch thick.
4. Marinate the tofu: Place the tofu slices in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Gently toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
5. Preheat the grill or grill pan: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
6. Thread the tofu onto skewers: Thread the marinated tofu slices onto the soaked wooden skewers.
7. Grill the tofu: Grill the tofu skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the tofu is heated through.
8. Prepare the peanut sauce: In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, sesame oil, sriracha (if desired), and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until well combined and warm.
9. Serve and enjoy: Remove the tofu skewers from the grill and serve them hot with the peanut sauce for dipping. Enjoy the flavorsome tofu satay!

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