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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Tofu and Tempeh Recipes

    Vegan Sesame Peanut Tofu

    Published: May 28, 2020 · by Nicole · Updated: Mar 10, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Delicious sesame peanut tofu, baked then coated in a thick, umami peanut butter sauce! Serve over a bed of rice for a hearty and satisfying plant based meal. Gluten-free, oil-free, a perfect introduction to cooking with tofu. 

    Vegan sesame peanut tofu gluten-free oil-free

    You guys know my deep love for tofu. I just don't think I could ever get bored of it. I'll discover a new sauce/preparation method, eat it endlessly for weeks, before simply moving on to a different combo. The possibilities really are endless! It helped me a lot when I was first transitioning to a vegan diet, and has remained a favourite ingredient of mine since then.

    Hence the abundance of tofu recipes on my blog. And trust me, I'm not about to hold back any time soon ;). Give this one a try, and if you do, don't forget to know how it went/whether it boosted the standing of tofu in your eyes!

    Bowl with peanut tofu rice and avocado

    Baked vegan sesame peanut tofu

    Something that can make tofu even better is the use of peanut butter. Or any dish, if I'm being honest - it's one of those ingredients that often finds a use in unexpected places and gives a dish a unique twist. I love using it in sauces for extra creaminess, and a deep, rich flavour - such as in my vegan butter 'chicken' recipe.

    Closeup of tofu in a bowl over a bed of rice

    The tofu is marinaded, then baked for the perfect amount of crispiness on the outside. However, the inside remains, super soft, chewy and well-flavoured with the marinade. The sauce contains just a handful of simple ingredients. Whip it up while the tofu is in the oven, combine in a frying pan and that's pretty much it!

    Tofu in a sesame peanut tofu and avocado over a bed of rice

    I love to serve this peanut tofu over a bed of Basmati rice with avocado on the side. But you can choose whatever side of your choice: cauliflower rice, pasta, noodles, a side salad, etc. Pretty much anything works.

    Ingredients you'll need

    Ingredients for sesame peanut tofu
    • Extra firm tofu, pressed and chopped into bite-sized cubes.
    • Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce).
    • Rice vinegar.
    • Fresh lemon juice.
    • Garlic.
    • Unsweetened plant based milk of your choice.
    • Maple syrup.
    • Black sesame seeds.
    • Ketchup.
    • Smooth peanut butter.
    • Cornstarch.
    • Water.
    Sesame peanut tofu over a bed of rice with avocado

    And that's it!

    How to make the best vegan peanut tofu

    Add the tofu to a large bowl together with the tamari, rice vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic. Stir together really well to combine and marinade for at least 30 minutes. I usually like to leave mine for 4+ hours, or overnight. If you're going to make this for dinner, for instance, you can leave it to marinade in the morning.

    Around 10 or so minutes before you finish marinading the tofu, preheat the oven to 200 degrees C/400 F. Spread the tofu cubes evenly over a sheet of parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping all the pieces after around the 15-minute mark.

    When the tofu is almost done, combine the plant based milk, maple syrup, sesame seeds, ketchup and peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Whisk together really thoroughly. In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water.

    Tofu in a sesame peanut sauce in a frying pan

    Transfer the tofu to a non-stick frying pan. Pour in the sauce and the cornstarch slurry and stir together over a medium heat until the sauce thickens. Serve.

    Bowl with tofu, avocado and rice on a chopping board

    Tips and tricks

    • This dish is best eaten straight away, but you can leave it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
    • Press the tofu really well before you bake it to get rid of as much water as possible. You can use a tofu press, or place a paper towel, a baking tray and then a heavy object on top of it, such as a stack of books or coconut milk tins.
    • Be patient when marinading the tofu! This will result in the most amount of flavour and crispiness.
    • Use a good quality, runny tofu with the smallest amount of ingredients (ideally just peanuts and salt).
    Closeup of peanut tofu over rice

    Other delicious tofu recipes

    • Smoky tofu eggplant pasta
    • Savoury oat and tofu vegan 'egg' muffins
    • Baked BBQ tofu
    • Lasagna with tofu
    • Cold spaghetti salad with balsamic tofu
    Vegan sesame peanut tofu gluten-free oil-free

    Let me know in the comments: what's your favourite way to cook tofu? If you give this vegan sesame peanut tofu a go, be sure to tag me on Instagram (@ohmyveggies) so I can see your creations, and leave your feedback together with a star rating in the comments below.

    Vegan Sesame Peanut Tofu (Gluten-free & Oil-free)

    This vegan sesame peanut tofu is perfect served over a bed of rice for a satisfying and hearty meal. The tofu is baked and then coated in a rich peanut sauce. Gluten-free and oil-free.
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    Prep Time: 35 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: earth of maria, peanut butter, sesame seeds, to move, Tofu, weeknight dinner
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 226kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Equipment

    • Mixing bowl
    • Baking tray
    • Parchment paper
    • Non-stick frying pan

    Ingredients

    • 20 oz extra firm tofu pressed for at least 10 minutes and cubed
    • 2 tbsp tamari
    • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
    • ½ lemon juice of
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 tbsp plant based milk
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • 3 tbsp sesame seeds
    • 2 tbsp ketchup
    • 3 tbsp peanut butter
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch
    • 3 tbsp water
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    Instructions

    • Add the tofu to a large bowl together with the tamari, rice vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic. Stir together really well to combine and marinade for at least 30 minutes, or preferably for 4+hours/overnight
    • Around 10 minutes before you finish marinading the tofu, preheat the oven to 200 degrees C/400 F. Spread the tofu cubes evenly over a sheet of parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping all the pieces after around the 15-minute mark.
    • Combine the plant based milk, maple syrup, sesame seeds, ketchup and peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Whisk together thoroughly. In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water.
    • Transfer the tofu to a non-stick frying pan. Pour in the sauce and the cornstarch slurry and stir together over a medium heat until the sauce thickens. Serve.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 16gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 727mgPotassium: 397mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 38IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 3mg
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