Ginger Soy Tofu Satay with Simple Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce
Juicy grilled tofu skewers marinated in a savory ginger soy mix, paired with a rich, creamy Thai peanut dipping sauce—an irresistible appetizer perfect for any gathering!
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan, skewers, blender, shallow dish, tongs
Ingredients
For the Ginger Soy Marinade:
- ⅓ cup 80 ml soy sauce or tamari
- ⅓ cup 80 ml rice vinegar
- ⅓ cup 80 ml water
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 block 12 to 16 ounces, or 336 to 448 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 12 skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
For the Simple Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce:
- ½ cup 128 g peanut butter
- ½ cup 120 ml peanut oil
- ⅓ cup 53 g chopped scallion (white and green parts)
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
Instructions
- To make the marinade, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, and ground ginger in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
- Slice the tofu lengthwise into 6 pieces, and then cut each piece in half lengthwise.
- Place the tofu pieces into the marinade and let them marinate for 30 minutes (do not marinate longer as it may get too salty).
- Carefully thread each tofu piece onto the soaked skewers.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan.
- Grill the tofu on each side for about 1 to 2 minutes, flipping it four times to achieve grill marks on all sides.
- To make the dipping sauce, place peanut butter, peanut oil, chopped scallions, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a blender.
- Purée until smooth.
- Serve the grilled tofu skewers with the Thai peanut dipping sauce.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a side of steamed jasmine rice or fresh vegetables for a complete meal. Garnish with extra chopped scallions for a burst of color and flavor!
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light, citrusy Riesling to balance the rich flavors of the tofu and peanut sauce.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1.2 mg
