Peanut Tofu

Ingredients

• Tofu

  Firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari)

  16 oz or 454g

• Canola oil

  1 tbsp or 14g

• Peanut butter

  Smooth style, without salt

  6 tbsp or 96g

• Garlic

  Raw

  2 cloves, minced or 6g

• Ginger root

  Raw

  1 tbsp or 6g

• Brown sugar

  1 tbsp or 9g

• Soy sauce

  Made from soy (tamari)

  2 tsp or 12g

• Green beans

  Snap beans, raw

  2 cup, pieces or 200g

• Mushrooms

  Shiitake, raw

  12 mushroom or 228g

Directions

1. Drain and press the tofu with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. Heat canola oil in a pan over medium heat and pan-fry the tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides.
3. In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, minced ginger, garlic, and brown sugar. Heat on low until smooth, adding water to reach your desired sauce consistency.
4. Steam the green beans and sliced mushrooms in a small amount of water until tender.
5. Combine the cooked tofu and peanut sauce with the steamed vegetables, then serve.