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Crispy Tofu Satay: Your Weeknight Meal! Tofu satay: master these crispy, flavorful skewers with a rich peanut sauce. Perfect for air frying, baking, or grilling

Crispy Tofu Satay: Your Weeknight Meal!

Tofu satay: master these crispy, flavorful skewers with a rich peanut sauce. Perfect for air frying, baking, or grilling for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces vacuum packed super firm tofu
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk (light or full fat)
  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup (or your preferred liquid sweetener)
  • 1 clove garlic (finely grated or minced)
  • Cooking oil spray
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Chopped peanuts

Method
 

  1. If not vacuum packed, press the tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into desired shapes for skewers (strips or cubes).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, tamari, curry powder, lime juice, maple syrup, and grated garlic to create the marinade.
  3. Add the tofu to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated, and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  4. Cook the Tofu (Choose your method): Air Fryer: Arrange marinated tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Baked: Spread tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until firm and browned. Grilled: Thread tofu onto skewers. Lightly spray with cooking oil. Grill over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and tofu is cooked through.
  5. Serve the cooked tofu satay immediately with extra peanut sauce for dipping, garnishing with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts.
  6. Enjoy your delicious and crispy Tofu Satay!

Notes

- For the crispiest tofu satay, ensure you press out as much water as possible from the super firm tofu. I've found that wrapping it in a clean towel and placing a heavy object on top for 20-30 minutes makes a huge difference.
- When grilling, don't overcrowd the skewers to ensure even cooking and good char marks. If using wooden skewers, remember to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
- Store leftover cooked tofu satay in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven to maintain crispness, or microwave for a quick warm-up.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.