Tofu Challenge Accepted!
That’s how this peanut tofu was born!
You could also serve it with these peanut sauce noodles but I find this combo too overwhelming. I prefer a balanced flavors between the caramelized salty edges of the tofu and the creamy citrusy noodles.
how to make the tofu peanut sauce:
Simply whisk together some creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, vinegar and a pinch of garlic powder. Simmer until creamy and toss with the perfectly air fried tofu.
Peanut Tofu Buddha Bowls Add Ins Ideas:
Peanut Tofu Noodle Bowl
Air fried peanut tofu bowl with soba noodles in a raw mango avocado sauce. Crispy caramelized edges and soft center piled up over the most luscious tropical noodles. Quick, easy and oil free!
Ingredients
- 14 oz block firm tofu, organic
- 1 tbsp tapioca
- sea salt, to taste
- 1 batch mango avocado sauce
- 3 0z buckwheat soba noodles
Peanut Sauce:
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Garnish:
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1 scallion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
Drain the tofu and wrap it in a tea towel. Set on a plate and place a heavy pot or skillet on top. Press if for a couple of hours or prepare a day in advance.
While to tofu is pressing prepare the mango sauce.
Use your hands and tear the tofu into 1 inch irregular pieces. Pat dry again with a tea towel and transfer to a bowl.
Season the tofu with a pinch of sea salt and sprinkle with the tapioca. Gently toss to coat. Arrange on a parchment lined baking sheet fit for the air-fryer.
Air fry the tofu at 400”F for 15 minutes flipping it half way.
Make the Peanut Butter Sauce:
In a small bowl whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, vinegar and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the sauce to a skillet and cook over medium flame until thickened and sticky, about a minute or so.
Add the air-fried tofu to the sauce and toss to coat well all over. Hit it with a squeeze of fresh lime.
Serve on top of soba noodles tossed in mango avocado sauce and sprinkle with the sesame seeds, scallions and cilantro.
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Kloe
March 23, 2019 at 9:07 pmIncredible flavors, I had no hopes that tofu would ever taste this good. This whole combo is fantastic and yes I now love tofu and those noodles are insanely tasty. Favorite weeknight recipe this time of the year, can’t wait to make it again. Thank you for sharing and inspiring me 🙏🏼
florentina
March 27, 2019 at 2:24 amTofu is my new best friend too, so much deliciousness in one bowl! ~Florentina Xo’s