Tofu Skewers with Thai Peanut Sauté Sauce
This appetizer was inspired by a trip to Indonesia a few years ago, where I discovered satay. Satay is a dish that consists of skewered meat (or other protein), and a sauce. The recipe for Thai Peanut Sauté Sauce triggered memories from that trip, and I decided to add some fried tofu to it to re-create some of the Indonesian experience in Canada, plant-based way. This is a great appetizer to serve next to other Asian-inspired meals, or simply any time you crave Southeast Asian flavours.
Tofu Skewers with Thai Peanut Saute Sauce
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1 package of extra firm tofu |
Rinse tofu and press it with something heavy (like a large book) for about an hour. Once the hour has passed, slice tofu into bite size pieces and place it in a bowl. |
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3 tbsp corn starch |
Put in a bowl with tofu and stir until tofu pieces are nicely coated. |
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½ tsp salt |
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½ tsp chipotle powder (optional) |
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2 tbsp vegetable oil |
Heat up the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Place tofu into the pan and fry, turning the pieces frequently, until they‘re golden on all sides. Remove from pan and let tofu pieces cool a bit on a plate covered with paper towel. Once cool enough to handle, place them on skewers. |
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1 cup peanut sauté sauce (use your favourite, but I suggest Thai Peanut Sauté Sauce) |
Serve tofu skewers with the peanut sauté sauce either poured over the tofu, or served in a separate dish for dipping. |
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