Tender tofu in a rich, smooth and creamy satay sauce. This Tofu Satay is super easy to prepare & tastes totally delicious!
The easy dinner theme continues with this recipe for Tofu In Satay Sauce.
Since I returned from my vacation last weekend I have been struggling to get back into a routine. I am finding it difficult to juggle work, family, a very naughty puppy and A Virtual Vegan. I am sure that I will get back into the swing of things eventually but until then, simple and easy dinners are the key to my sanity.
This Tofu Satay is child’s play to make and hardly any preparation is required at all. Mix the sauce ingredients together in an oven proof dish, cube the tofu, immerse it in the sauce and bake.
That’s it!
While it’s baking you can put your feet up and relax.
Sound good?
Once removed from the oven you will discover delicious, tender tofu pieces in an exceptionally smooth, rich and creamy sauce.
Serve this Tofu Satay over nutty brown rice or with noodles. Soba noodles are especially good.
Note that this dish is delicious if prepared and baked right away but if you are able to prepare it a few hours before, or even the night/morning before you want to cook it, the tofu will take on the flavours a bit more and it will be even more delicious. If you are doing this just throw it all together, cover it and leave in the fridge to do it’s stuff.
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Tofu In Satay Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 | 350g approx block extra firm tofu , press it to remove any excess water if you have the time but don't worry if you don't. I have tried both ways and the difference is negligible
For the sauce
- 400ml | 13.5oz | 1 can can coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter , crunchy or smooth
- 1 tablespoon tamari , (wheat free if needs to be gluten-free) or soy sauce, or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar , or any other brown sugar
- 1 small onion , chopped
- 2 fat cloves garlic , chopped finely
- 1-2 fresh or dried red bird's eye chilli , 2 will make it hot, 1 will make it medium or half mild and if you don't like chilli feel free to omit it. It will still be delicious.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- In an oven proof lidded dish mix all the sauce ingredients.
- The peanut butter will be a little clumpy. Just mash it in with a fork. Don't worry about lumps as they will dissolve as it cooks.
- Cube your tofu and immerse in the sauce.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and return to the oven for another 10 - 15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken a little.
Estimated nutrition per serving:
Long time vegan, creator of A Virtual Vegan & author of the book 
Alexia says
Another winner Mel!! All of your recipes I’ve made have been great successes. Thank you!! I paired this with stir fried cabbage and wild rice and it’s so yummy.
A Virtual Vegan says
TI’m really pleased you enjoyed it Alexia. Thank you for stopping by to leave a rating/review. It’s much appreciated!
Kitty says
Can you cook this in an actifry?
A Virtual Vegan says
I have never used an Actify so don’t know how they work. Because of this I have no idea if this recipe would be suitable.
Trish says
The flavor of this was very nice. Super easy and quick to make. I prepared late morning and cooked in the evening. Creamy, slightly spicy, and flavorful. I do prefer my tofu to have some chewiness to it so next time I’ll bake my tofu on its own before putting it into the sauce to cook further . Still enjoyed it thoroughly though as written. Thanks!
A Virtual Vegan says
So glad you enjoyed it. I have made the sauce on it’s own in a pan a few times and served it with crispy fried tofu. It’s lovely that way!
Kikki says
Hi! This was my first recipe off your blog and oh my!!!! Talk about absolutely delicious and so easy ☺ totally a keeper!
A Virtual Vegan says
That’s awesome! I am so glad your first experience was a good one. May there be many more to come! ????
Life With Lorelai says
Mmm…sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty – we hope to see you again next week. :)
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Lorelai
Prash @ YummilyYours says
Satay sauce and Tofu go brilliantly well together and I love how easy this recipe is!
A Virtual Vegan says
Glad you like it Prash! ????
Binjal's VEG Kitchen says
this look really delicious!!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Binjal! ????
Steph @ Steph in Thyme says
Easy and sauce are two of my favorite food words. I can’t resist a bowl like this!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Steph! Just thinking about it makes my mouth water. I might just have to make it yet again tomorrow!
Kathryn says
I love tofu but don’t make it nearly enough – this recipe looks like a definite winner! That sauce! Wow! Can’t wait to try it. Thanks!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Kathryn!
choclette says
Tofu is not my favourite thing, but satay sauce is, so this would be a great way to eat it.
Mark says
We love our satay sauce and we love tofu. This is a very inviting combination so definitely keen to try out your recipe. Cheers….Mark
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Mark! Let me know what you think when you make it! ????
Jennifer Andrews says
This sounds right up my alley! I’m always looking for new tofu recipes to try and this one sounds so flavourful and satisfying. My husband would even like it, I’m sure of it!
A Virtual Vegan says
I hope you both enjoy it Jennifer! ????
Tina Marie (@troberge) says
I’ve never had tofu this way, but, I think I would like to try this. Sounds delicious!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Tina. Let me know how you liked it if you make it! ????
janet @ the taste space says
What a fun and easy recipe. I have been trying not to use my oven recently but this would be perfect in the winter. :)
justinecelina says
Hi Mel! It’s my first time visiting your blog, and this recipe looks delish! I’ll have to try it. I found you through FBC! Have a great weekend! :)
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Justine! Glad to have you visit! I hope you will be back for more! You have a lovely weekend too! ????