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Marinated Tofu with Peanuts and Charred Bean Sprouts

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Marinated Tofu with Peanuts and Charred Bean SproutsChristina Holmes

"At home I cook quick, healthy, and vegetarian," the chef says. Cue this soy-and-ginger-marinated tofu (no cooking required!) that tastes way better than takeout.

Do ahead:

Tofu can be marinated 1 hour ahead.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    50 Minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 14-ounce packages firm tofu, drained, sliced 1/2" thick
1 jalapeño, with seeds, thinly sliced
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cups bean sprouts, divided
Kosher salt
Steamed white rice (for serving)
6 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal
1/2 cup chopped salted, roasted peanuts
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Lime wedges (for serving)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place tofu on a baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels; place several layers of paper towels on top and press gently to squeeze out liquid. Cut tofu into 3/4"-wide pieces and place in a baking dish.

    Step 2

    Whisk jalapeño, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger in a small bowl, pour over tofu, and toss to coat. Let sit at least 30 minutes.

    Step 3

    Just before serving, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup bean sprouts and cook, undisturbed, until charred, about 3 minutes; season with salt.

    Step 4

    Spoon tofu over rice and top with charred and raw bean sprouts, scallions, peanuts, and mint. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Per Serving

calories 400 fat 25 g fiber 6 g
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit

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