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 
Kitty says
January 5, 2018 at 9:01 amCan you cook this in an actifry?
A Virtual Vegan says
January 5, 2018 at 12:07 pmI 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
July 30, 2017 at 5:58 pmThe 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
July 30, 2017 at 7:34 pmSo 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
February 14, 2017 at 11:48 pmHi! 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
February 15, 2017 at 9:53 amThat’s awesome! I am so glad your first experience was a good one. May there be many more to come! ????
Life With Lorelai says
August 18, 2015 at 12:20 amMmm…sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty – we hope to see you again next week. :)
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
A Virtual Vegan says
August 18, 2015 at 6:24 amThanks Lorelai
Prash @ YummilyYours says
August 12, 2015 at 2:01 pmSatay sauce and Tofu go brilliantly well together and I love how easy this recipe is!
A Virtual Vegan says
August 12, 2015 at 2:02 pmGlad you like it Prash! ????
Binjal's VEG Kitchen says
August 10, 2015 at 7:01 pmthis look really delicious!!
A Virtual Vegan says
August 10, 2015 at 8:08 pmThanks Binjal! ????
Steph @ Steph in Thyme says
August 10, 2015 at 6:35 pmEasy and sauce are two of my favorite food words. I can’t resist a bowl like this!
A Virtual Vegan says
August 10, 2015 at 6:39 pmThanks Steph! Just thinking about it makes my mouth water. I might just have to make it yet again tomorrow!
Kathryn says
August 8, 2015 at 1:18 pmI 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
August 8, 2015 at 1:35 pmThanks Kathryn!
choclette says
August 8, 2015 at 12:43 pmTofu is not my favourite thing, but satay sauce is, so this would be a great way to eat it.
Mark says
August 7, 2015 at 9:31 pmWe 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
August 7, 2015 at 10:06 pmThanks Mark! Let me know what you think when you make it! ????
Jennifer Andrews says
August 7, 2015 at 6:35 pmThis 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
August 7, 2015 at 6:36 pmI hope you both enjoy it Jennifer! ????
Tina Marie (@troberge) says
August 7, 2015 at 5:09 pmI’ve never had tofu this way, but, I think I would like to try this. Sounds delicious!
A Virtual Vegan says
August 7, 2015 at 5:12 pmThanks Tina. Let me know how you liked it if you make it! ????
janet @ the taste space says
August 7, 2015 at 10:24 amWhat 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
August 7, 2015 at 10:06 amHi 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
August 7, 2015 at 10:09 amThanks Justine! Glad to have you visit! I hope you will be back for more! You have a lovely weekend too! ????