Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice
A bold fusion dish combining crispy tofu with spicy peanut butter sauce, served over fragrant jasmine rice. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 45 minutes pairs Tofu, Peanut butter, Sriracha for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 1 block (14 oz) (firm) Tofu
- 1/4 cup (smooth) Peanut butter
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 tbsp (grated) Ginger
- 1 1/2 cups Jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp (chopped) Green onions
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Canola oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Press tofu to remove moisture, then cut into 1/4-inch cubes. Heat 1 tbsp canola oil in a wok, add tofu, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden. Set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add remaining 1 tbsp oil, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Stir in peanut butter, sriracha, and brown sugar until melted.
- Step 3: Add coconut milk, vegetable broth, and soy sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Return tofu to the pan and stir to coat.
- Step 4: Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. Serve stir-fry over rice, garnished with green onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spicy Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice?
Asian vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
