Crispy Tofu Satay with Mango-Peanut Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

Golden-brown tofu skewers served with a creamy, sweet-spicy mango-peanut sauce, ideal for vegetarians. This Southeast Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 14 oz (400g) firm tofu
• 1 tbsp (15ml) soy sauce
• 1 tbsp (15ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tsp (2g) cornstarch
• 1 tbsp (15ml) vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (120g) peanut butter
• 2 tbsp (30ml) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp (15ml) lime juice
• 1 tbsp (15g) honey
• 1/4 tsp (0.5g) red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup (75g) diced mango

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Press tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Whisk together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a bowl, then toss tofu cubes to coat.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add coated tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup peanut butter, 2 tbsp coconut milk, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup diced mango and mix well.
4. Step 4: Serve crispy tofu skewers with mango-peanut sauce for dipping.