Shredded Tofu Peanut Bowls

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 30 minutes
• total time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

14 oz block extra firm tofu

1 1/2 tablespoons tamari, (or low-sodium soy sauce)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon avocado oil, (or olive oil)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup peanut butter

3 tablespoons tamari, (or low-sodium soy sauce)

3 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

2 teaspoons sambal oelek or chili paste

1- inch piece of fresh ginger, (peeled and grated)

1 clove fresh garlic, (minced)

3 tablespoons water

Rice or cauliflower rice

Cucumber slices

Shredded carrots

Shredded cabbage

Thinly sliced red bell pepper

Avocado slices

Fresh herbs: cilantro, mint, and/or basil

Sliced green onions

Chopped peanuts or cashews

Sesame seeds

Lime wedges, (for serving)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Drain and remove tofu from the package, and gently pat it dry with a kitchen towel. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a box grater on the baking sheet and grate the tofu, using the largest holes, to create shredded tofu.

Add the tamari, rice vinegar, cornstarch, oil garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the tofu shreds. Toss until well coated then spread the shreds into an even, single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and use tongs to gently toss. Bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes or until tofu is slightly golden brown.

While the tofu is baking, make the peanut sauce. In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, maple syrup, sambal oelek, ginger, garlic, and water. Whisk until smooth.

To assemble the bowls, divide the noodles or rice among bowls. Top with shredded tofu and garnish with toppings. Drizzle with the peanut dressing and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 398 kcal
• Total Fat: 29 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Sodium: 1480 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 20 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2 g
• Total Sugars: 10 g
• Protein: 17 g