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Peanut Zoodle Bowls with Crispy Baked Tofu

Michelle
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Crispy Baked Tofu

  • 16 oz super firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tbsp peanut butter powder

Zoodle Salad

  • 2 cups spiralized zucchini
  • 2 cups spiralized carrots
  • 1 tbsp Nakano® Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 16 oz can chickpeas -rinsed and drained
  • green onion -sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Peanut Sauce

  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp Nakano® Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp red chili paste
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions
 

CRISPY BAKED TOFU

  • For the baked tofu, start by slicing the tofu block into 1-inch cubes.
  • Place the cubes on a clean tea towel and then cover with a second towel. Add a heavy pan or weight on top and allow to sit for 15 minutes in order to help press out as much moisture as possible.
  • Preheat oven to 400º F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Put the pressed cubes into a large bowl and add the olive oil and soy sauce then mix to coat.
  • Sprinkle the corn starch and peanut butter powder over the cubes and toss to coat.
  • Transfer the coated cubes to the prepare pan and bake for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through the bake time.

SAUCE

  • To create the peanut sauce, place all the ingredients in a microwave safe bowl and stir to combine.
  • Microwave on high for 45 seconds and stir again.
  • Microwave for another 30 seconds then whisk until creamy and smooth. Add additional water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

ASSEMBLY

  • Toss the vegetables noodles with the Nakano Rice Wine Vinegar.
  • Add the noodle to a bowl with the chickpeas.
  • Add the crispy baked tofu and drizzle with the prepared peanut sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts, sliced green onion and cilantro.
  • Serve and enjoy!