Name: Indonesian Tofu Satays
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 150 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup kecap manis, (see Ingredient Note); 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 21 ounces (about 1 1/2 packages) extra-firm water-packed tofu, patted dry and cut into 1-inch cubes; 0.25 cup smooth natural peanut butter; 0.25 cup water; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1-2 teaspoons hot sauce

Indonesian Tofu Satays

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Here we skewer and broil cubes of extra-firm tofu and serve them with peanut sauce for a vegetarian version of the popular Indonesian street food. The accompanying peanut sauce is filled with exquisite sweet, hot and salty flavors but omits the often-used coconut milk, which is high in saturated fat. This flexible recipe works with tofu or chicken. If serving a group with some vegetarians and some meat eaters, prepare half chicken and half tofu and marinate them separately.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on August 16, 2019

Cook Time:

40 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Bone Health Gluten-Free Healthy Aging High Calcium Low Carbohydrate Low-Calorie Vegan Vegetarian

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Ingredients

1/4 cup kecap manis, (see Ingredient Note)
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
21 ounces (about 1 1/2 packages) extra-firm water-packed tofu, patted dry and cut into 1-inch cubes
¼ cup smooth natural peanut butter
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons ketchup
1-2 teaspoons hot sauce

Directions

Combine kecap manis, soy sauce, garlic, oil, vinegar, cumin and coriander in a small bowl. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade in a medium bowl. Place tofu in a large sealable plastic bag. Pour the remaining marinade into the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Add peanut butter, water, ketchup and hot sauce to taste to the reserved marinade and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Line a broiler pan or baking sheet with foil and coat with cooking spray.
Remove the tofu from the marinade and thread equal amounts onto six 12-inch skewers. (If using wooden skewers, cover the exposed end of each skewer with foil to prevent burning.) Broil the skewers until the tofu is heated through, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Serve the sates with the reserved peanut sauce for dipping.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 2 up to 1 day ahead.

Equipment: Six 12-inch skewers

Ingredient note: Kecap manis is a thick, palm sugar-sweetened soy sauce. It's used as a flavoring, marinade or condiment in Indonesian cooking. Find it in Asian food markets or online at importfood.com. To substitute for kecap manis, whisk 1 part molasses with 1 part reduced-sodium soy sauce.

People with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity should use soy sauces that are labeled "gluten-free," as soy sauce may contain wheat or other gluten-containing sweeteners and flavors.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

206	Calories
12g	Fat
14g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 206
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 11g	22%
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Vitamin A 45IU	1%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Folate 19mcg	5%
Sodium 496mg	22%
Calcium 210mg	16%
Iron 3mg	14%
Magnesium 40mg	9%
Potassium 179mg	4%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.