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Malaysian Vegetable Rojak

A vibrant Malaysian street-food salad of fresh vegetables and crispy tofu in a tangy-sweet peanut sauce. Ready in 25 minutes with bold, crave-worthy flavor.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
18g
Malaysian Vegetable Rojak
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cube pressed tofu into 1-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Cut cucumber and papaya into thin batons and place in a bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Whisk peanut butter, lime juice, sambal, and 3 tbsp water until smooth.

  4. Step 4

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Pan-fry tofu cubes until golden on all sides, turning occasionally, ~8 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Toss vegetables and tofu together in a bowl and pour sauce over top.

  7. Step 7

    Toss until coated. Serve immediately while tofu is still warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • knife
  • bowl
  • whisk
  • 12-inch skillet
  • spatula
  • paper towels

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