TOFU WITH MISO PEANUT SAUCE

Tofu With Miso Peanut Sauce image

Miso, a paste made from fermented soybeans and grains, has a rich, salty and complex flavor. It's high in B vitamins, protein and manganese, as well as many phytonutrients that are believed to have antioxidant properties. Pomegranate molasses, though a Middle Eastern food, is a nice complement in this recipe. You can find miso at Whole Foods and at markets that sell Japanese foods, as well as at some Asian markets. You can find pomegranate molasses at Middle Eastern markets. This makes enough sauce for a pound of tofu.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 10m

Yield 14 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup red miso
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
1/4 cup smooth unsalted, unsweetened peanut butter
1 teaspoon grated or minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons water (more to taste)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped or grated orange zest

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients. Thin out as desired with water. Brush or spoon onto sliced tofu (cooked or uncooked).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 46, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 185 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams