Popular Healthy Recipes – Tofu In Peanut Sauce 

Healthy eating is an important part of staying physically and mentally fit. Of course, this can have its challenges such as finding meals, prep, time for healthy options outside the home, and using the money for nicer things. Fortunately, we can consider the benefits of cooking healthy recipes at home which also saves your money and make an overall healthy eating lifestyle, more enjoyable. Let’s see how.

Healthy recipes – Tofu In Peanut Sauce

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Ingredients

Check out the list of ingredients required for the recipe

  • 1 tbsp. coconut oil 
  • 2 ¼ cups (400g) tender stem broccoli
  • 1 ⅜ cups (350g) firm tofu 

For the sauce:

  • ¼ cup (65g) natural peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp. tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp. water
  • 5 tbsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. sesame oil
  • ½  tsp. chili flakes 
  • 1 tbsp. ginger, grated

Method

  1. Firstly, prepare the tofu. Drain all the water, and sandwich it between two paper towels and two plates. Place a heavy item like a can on the top plate. Press for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cut the tofu into ½ inch (1.25 cm) cubes.
  3. Mix all the sauce ingredients and set aside. Steam or boil the tender stem broccoli until tender, set aside.
  4. In the meantime, heat the coconut oil in the pan over medium heat and cook the tofu for around 10-15 minutes, occasionally turning, until browned. Add in the prepared sauce and stir well. Remove from heat and serve with the cooked broccoli.

Preparation

  • Preparation Time – 30 Mins
  • Cooking Time – 15 mins
  • Serves – 4

Nutritional Intake per serving

  • Calories – 310 Kcal
  • Carbs – 17 (g)
  • Fats – 18 (g)
  • Protein – 18 (g)

Food Type

  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten free
  • Diet free
  • Contain Nuts
  • Low Carb

Benefits of homemade healthy recipes

  • It saves time– When you’re in a hurry, eating a takeaway from your local supermarket or nearby restaurant may seem like a quick fix. In fact, it is sometimes much faster to cook something at home especially when planning ahead. There are many meals that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.
  • Portion Control– Many restaurants and fast-food outlets serve larger portions than recommended. And the problem is that you can eat the food when it’s right in front of you. You can adjust the amount of food served at dinner when you eat to eliminate unnecessary temptations. Do you know these eating patterns can actually impact you daily? Know more.
  • Healthy Ingredients– Many commercial foods are high in fat, salt, and sugar. When we prepare our food, we know what the ingredients are and what each one does in our food.
  • Avoid food allergies and sensitivities– Preparing meals at home can be especially helpful if you or a family member has food allergies (1). You can reduce the problem of allergies because you can control them in your own kitchen.
  • Bring the family together – Eating at home gives the whole family time to talk about their day. Involving your kids in food preparation is not only fun but wonderful. Also, a way to learn healthy eating habits.
  • Save Money – Eating a home-cooked meal is much cheaper than eating out at a restaurant or buying processed food from the market. You pay not only your bill but also the costs of running your business. Water, lights, and staff in the building – except for the food we eat. The same goes for ready-made and frozen foods at the grocery store.

“Eating healthy, clean and nutrient-rich food fills your body with energy, nutrients, and antioxidants. Imagine your cells smiling back at you saying thanks!!”