Five-spice Seitan And Tofu Skewers With Peanut Sauce

These Five-Spice Seitan and Tofu Skewers with Peanut Sauce are a delicious and protein-packed dish that is perfect for a vegetarian or vegan meal. The combination of seitan and tofu, marinated in a flavorful five-spice blend and then grilled to perfection, is complemented by a rich and creamy peanut sauce.

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Five-spice Seitan And Tofu Skewers With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 package of seitan, cut into cubes
  • 1 block of firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and Chinese five-spice powder. Add the seitan and tofu cubes, and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. While the seitan and tofu are marinating, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the peanut butter, hoisin sauce, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Thread the marinated seitan and tofu onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
  4. Heat a grill pan or stovetop grill over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until lightly charred and heated through.
  5. Serve the skewers with the warm peanut sauce for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill pan or stovetop grill Small saucepan Bowl for marinating

Tools

Bamboo skewers Grill tongs

Serving suggestions

These skewers are delicious served with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to soak the bamboo skewers in water before grilling to prevent them from burning.

Cost

$15