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Tofu satay skewers

Name: Tofu satay skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: Thailand
Ingredients: 300 g firm tofu; 100 ml coconut milk; 1 tsp curry powder; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 40 g smooth peanut butter; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp sugar

Tofu satay skewers in a practical home-cooking adaptation, with clear everyday steps.

Prep20 min

Cook20 min

Yield4 portions

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Editorial home-cooking adaptation · Not yet kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates; additional soaking, rising or chilling may apply. Read the complete method before starting.

Ingredients

4 portions

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Units are listed with each ingredient. 1 tbsp = 15 ml; 1 tsp = 5 ml. US cup measures are approximately 240 ml. Chef adaptations may retain source units. Scaling changes quantities, not cooking times. Ingredient ticks reset when the page reloads.

Let’s make it.

Press tofu dry, cut into thick strips and thread onto metal skewers.
Mix half the coconut milk with curry powder and half the soy sauce; brush onto tofu.
Bake on a lined tray at 210°C for 20 minutes, turning halfway.
Warm remaining coconut milk with peanut butter, remaining soy sauce, lime and sugar, adding water to thin; serve alongside.

A little kitchen note

Untested editorial adaptation. If using wooden skewers, soak them first and keep away from direct flames.

Allergen notes

Soy, coconut, peanuts; possible wheat. This list is a starting point, not a certification of suitability. Check every ingredient label and preparation surface.

Use a food thermometer where relevant. For handling and storage, see our cooking basics and official food-safety links.

A little nourishment.

Illustrative nutrition estimate · Per listed portion (1/4 of the recipe)

Energy: 192 kcal
Protein: 10.9 g
Carbs: 6.1 g
Fat: 14.8 g
Fibre: 1.5 g
Total sugar: 2.8 g
Sodium: 295 mg

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Approximate generic ingredient estimates. Brands, edible portions and cooking change values.

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