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Crispy Tofu and Cauliflower with Miso Peanut Sauce

Servings 2
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Chef’s knife
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces extra-firm tofu
  • 1 small head of cauliflower thinly sliced and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Kosher salt
  • Miso Peanut Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon hot water
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha

Optional garnish: mung bean or sunflower sprouts, chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, lime wedges

    Instructions

    • Place the tofu between paper towels and put your heaviest skillet or pot on top to weigh it down and get the moisture out. Leave it there for 20 minutes.
    • Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the cauliflower with oil until coated. Spread it out evenly.
    • Cut the tofu up into 1/2 inch cubes. Place on the baking sheet and sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss to coat the tofu in cornstarch - it doesn’t have to be perfect. Sprinkle the cauliflower and tofu with salt and spread everything evenly on the baking sheet.
    • Roast for 25 minutes on the center rack.
    • Meanwhile, add the miso and water to a jar. Stir, to thin out the miso. Add the remaining ingredients and shake vigorously to combine. Add a tiny bit of warm water if needed to thin it out to about a heavy cream consistency.
    • Toss the cauliflower and tofu, and about half of the peanut sauce, in a bowl until coated. * If you have time * let the tofu marinate for 20 minutes, then sauté it in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot again. Not necessary, but makes it even more delicious! You can marinate it up to 48 hours in advance.
    • Garnish with mung bean sprouts, cilantro, sesame seeds, peanuts, etc.!
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Chinese