Most days, I squeeze in a quick treadmill run in the morning, and sometimes my daughter talks me into a longer run outside, too . After a run, my daughter and I usually end up having something light and easy to eat – like this Peri-Peri Tofu. If you haven’t tried it yet, peri-peri sauce is a combination of African bird’s eye chili blended with spices, lemons, onion and garlic. While I don’t think it’s super spicy, it has a sour-spicy taste and worked well with kale and mustard seeds in this simple and easy dinner!
Peri-Peri Tofu with Kale and Mustard Seeds
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
Quick peri-peri tofu sautéed with kale and mustard seeds has a sour-spicy flavor combination to make a light meal with tons of filling flavors and protein.
Ingredients
- 1 packet firm tofu
- 1 onion chopped
- ½ inch piece of ginger chopped
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 cups kale
- 2 tablespoons Peri-Peri sauce
- 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- chives to garnish
Instructions
- Add olive oil to a pan over medium heat, and let it heat up
- Add onions, ginger, garlic and saute for about 15 minutes, stirring constantly
- Add mustard seeds, tofu, and Peri-Peri and saute till tofu turns golden brown
- Add the kale and let kale cook covered – about 2-3 minutes
- Garnish with chives and enjoy either plain or with a side of bread &/or a salad
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prepare the tofu for the Peri-Peri Tofu dish?
Start by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes and marinate it in peri-peri sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
What type of kale works best for this recipe?
Lacinato kale, also known as dinosaur kale, is recommended as it holds up well during cooking and adds a nice texture to the dish.
Can I adjust the spice level of the peri-peri sauce?
Yes, you can adjust the spice level by using less peri-peri sauce or adding a dollop of yogurt to balance the heat when serving.
