Marinated Tofu with Peanuts and Charred Bean Sprouts

By LRay

Bon Appetit, September 2014, page 74.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Calories (kcal) 400 Fat (g) 25 Saturated Fat (g) 4 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 19 Dietary Fiber (g) 6 Total Sugars (g) 8 Protein (g) 33 Sodium (mg) 1560

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS
• 2 14-oz. packages firm tofu, drained, sliced 1/2” thick
• 1 jalapeño, with seeds, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups bean sprouts, divided
• Kosher salt
• Steamed white rice (for serving)
• 6 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal
• 1/2 cup chopped salted, roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• Lime wedges (for serving)

Preparation

Step 1

Place tofu on a baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels; place several layers of paper towels on top and press gently to squeeze out liquid. Cut tofu into ¾”-wide pieces and place in a baking dish.

Whisk jalapeño, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger in a small bowl, pour over tofu, and toss to coat. Let sit at least 30 minutes.

Just before serving, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup bean sprouts and cook, undisturbed, until charred, about 3 minutes; season with salt.

Spoon tofu over rice and top with charred and raw bean sprouts, scallions, peanuts, and mint. Serve with lime wedges.

DO AHEAD: Tofu can be marinated 1 hour ahead.