Crispy Tofu with a Sesame Coating and Peanut Salad

Indulge in this crispy sesame-coated tofu paired with a fresh, nutty roasted peanut salad—a delightful combination.

I think you will love this recipe – for me it’s one of the best ways to eat tofu.

Crispy, a little spicy and then coated in nutty sesame seeds and desiccated coconut.

The crunchy salad/slaw is simple yet absolutely delicious – just shredded cabbage, carrots, spring onions. All tossed in a spicy and creamy dressing then lots of toasted peanuts stirred in.

I recommend topping everything with lots of fresh herbs – mint, coriander are the best.

I love to eat this for lunch as its light and flavour packed, you could make it more substantial by adding some rice or noodles.

I hope you love this as much as me!

Love, Niki xxx

The Recipe

Crispy tofu with a sesame coating and peanut salad

Prep time: 10

Cook time: 15

Serves 2-4

5 from 1 vote

Ingredients

For the crispy tofu

1 200 g block firm tofu cut into medium-sized slices
2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
3 tbsp sriracha
2 tbsp soy/tamari
1 tsp maple syrup
Pinch sea salt
2 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp desiccated coconut

For the peanut salad

100 g roasted/salted peanuts
1 red fresh chilli sliced
Handful mint shredded
100 g cabbage chopped into shreds
Handful coriander
2 medium carrots shredded
3 spring onions sliced

For the dressing

1 tbsp sriracha
Juice 1 lime
1 tbsp soy sauce/tamari
1 tsp maple syrup
2 tbsp mayo - optional

For the toppings

More fresh herbs
Chilli flakes

Instructions

To make the crispy tofu

Heat a frying pan to medium and add the oil to the pan. Add the tofu to the pan, fry on each side for a few minutes, turning carefully until crispy.
Now add the sriracha, soy and maple and toss to coat.
Add the sesame seeds, desiccated coconut and salt and toss again. Set aside.

To make the salad

Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine.

To make the dressing

Add all the ingredients to a glass jar and mix to combine.

To serve

Spoon the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Top the salad with the tofu and additional fresh herbs.

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I'd love to hear your comments…

Jackie D

3 weeks ago Reply

I love tofu and always looking for new ideas and recipes. Loved the flavours of this so next time will make double. So many uses for this tofu.
Thanks for the receipe.
Pam Clark

4 months ago Reply

Delicious! Was a hit with the fam!! Added more tofu slices and reduced the spice factor. A few minor substitutions based on what was available. But, wow! Awesome! Definitely will wrap this recipe into the line up of meal plan options!!! 🩷
Karen

1 year ago Reply

I usually shy away from Tofu however I thought I would give your recipe a try. It was surprisingly delicious and I will make it again. I did not add as much siracha because I can’t handle the spice. this will be on repeat for me!
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  Niki
  
  1 year ago Reply
  
  Brilliant! So happy you liked it xx
Maria Wishart

1 year ago Reply

Hello, this recipe looks delicious. Thank you! Can the tofu be prepared ahead of time and served cold? I have a dinner party for 6 and don’t want to be standing over the stove. Thank you.
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  Niki
  
  1 year ago Reply
  
  Hi Maria
  
  Yes of course. A little less crispy though xxx
Mirte

2 years ago Reply

I loved the tofu and wil definitely make it again! I’m just wondering, you listed 3 tablespoons of sriracha, I used 1 teaspoon and that was hot enough for me. Are you sure about the 3 tbsp?
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  Niki
  
  2 years ago Reply
  
  Hi Mite
  
  It definitely depends on your taste! Great to reduce if needed.
  Love, Niki xxx
Alina

4 years ago Reply

I am just starting to enjoy cooking tofu – now I have figured out how to prepare it properly! This looks delicious, it’s next on my list to try!
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  Niki
  
  4 years ago Reply
  
  I hope you love it! xx