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tags:
  - sauce
  - dressing
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# Creamy Peanut Tofu Marinade

![Creamy Peanut Tofu Marinade][1]{ loading=lazy }

| :fork_and_knife_with_plate: Serves | :timer_clock: Total Time |
|:----------------------------------:|:-----------------------: |
| 4 | 15 minutes |

## :salt: Ingredients

- 1 block extra firm tofu
- 0.25 cup peanut butter
- 1.5 Tbsp tamari
- 1.5 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp ginger
- 2 Tbsp warm water

## :cooking: Cookware

- 1 large bowl
- 1 airtight container
- 1 medium skillet

## :pencil: Instructions

### Step 1

Cut the extra firm tofu (14 to 16-ounce) into the desired shape.

### Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter (or almond or cashew butter), tamari, lime juice (about 1 lime), rice vinegar,
maple syrup, minced garlic, minced ginger, and warm water.

### Step 3

Transfer the cut tofu to the bowl and toss to coat.

### Step 4

Place the tofu in an airtight container and pour the remaining sauce onto the tofu.

### Step 5

Marinate for at least 15 minutes. Or refrigerate for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the
refrigerator before using.

### Step 6

Bake, grill, air fry, or pan fry the tofu. Heat the sauce in a medium skillet over low heat. Add warm water or
unsweetened nondairy milk, or more tamari to thin the sauce.

## :link: Source

- <https://cookingforpeanuts.com/easy-tofu-marinade-recipes/>

[1]: <../assets/images/creamy-peanut-tofu-marinade.jpg>