This Indonesian-style tofu dish transforms simple ingredients into a comforting and flavorful meal. Firm tofu is baked in a luscious sauce made from smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil provide a warm, nutty depth characteristic of Southeast Asian cuisine. The tofu absorbs the savory-sweet glaze, developing a tender interior with a slightly caramelized exterior. Served over hot cooked rice and accompanied by a spoonful of Major Grey chutney, it offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal as a hearty vegetarian main or a substantial side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and reheats beautifully, making it a reliable choice for weeknight dinners.
Tofu Indonesian-Style
Description
This Indonesian-style tofu dish transforms simple ingredients into a comforting and flavorful meal. Firm tofu is baked in a luscious sauce made from smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil provide a warm, nutty depth characteristic of Southeast Asian cuisine. The tofu absorbs the savory-sweet glaze, developing a tender interior with a slightly caramelized exterior. Served over hot cooked rice and accompanied by a spoonful of Major Grey chutney, it offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal as a hearty vegetarian main or a substantial side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and reheats beautifully, making it a reliable choice for weeknight dinners.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
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In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and rice vinegar until the mixture is completely smooth.
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Stir the minced garlic, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions into the peanut sauce mixture.
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Pour about one-quarter of the peanut sauce mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish.
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Lay the four slices of tofu side by side in the baking dish, trimming them slightly if necessary to fit neatly.
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Spoon the remaining peanut sauce evenly over the tofu slices, ensuring they are well-coated.
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Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the tofu is heated through and the sauce is bubbling.
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Carefully transfer the tofu slices to serving plates using a spatula.
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Spoon the hot sauce from the baking dish over the tofu and serve immediately alongside hot cooked rice and a dollop of Major Grey chutney.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 117.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.3g13%
- Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
- Cholesterol 0.5mg1%
- Sodium 908.5mg38%
- Total Carbohydrate 7.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
- Sugars 5.1g
- Protein 5.1g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
