Broccoli Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanuts
For the tofu:
-Press 1 pound extra-firm tofu between paper towels for at least 5-10 minutes to remove some of the moisture.
-Slice tofu into pieces and lay in a shallow bowl.
-Whisk together the following:
1 TBS soy sauce.
1 TBS sesame oil.
1 TBS rice vinegar.
1 TBS sesame seeds.
-Pour over tofu. Let the tofu marinate for about half an hour, turning occasionally to coat all sides.
-Heat about 1 TBS of olive oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.
-Add the marinated tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until all sides are browned.
For the Peanut Sauce combine the following in a small bowl:
1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter.
¼ cup water.
1 TBS brown sugar.
1 TBS reduced-sodium soy sauce.
1 TBS rice vinegar.
A dash of hot sauce (optional).
For the Stir-Fry:
-Trim 1 bunch of broccolini or a head of broccoli into small florets. Peel and chop the stem(s) into small pieces too.
-Heat 1 TBS olive oil or ghee in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
-Add broccoli and cook, stirring often, until it begins to soften slightly, about 4 minutes.
-Add the following to the pan:
¼ cup water or stock.
1 TBS reduced soy sauce.
2 cloves of chopped garlic.
-Cook, stirring often, until the liquid has mostly evaporated, 2 to 4 minutes.
-Remove from heat and add the cooked tofu.
-Stir in the reserved peanut sauce and sprinkle with chili flakes.
-Serve hot, over rice. Garnish each serving with chopped peanuts.