Tofu and Tempeh Satay with Peanut Sauce
Golden grilled tofu and tempeh skewers with a glossy, spicy peanut sauce you will want to eat with a spoon.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.11 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes.
20 min - 2
Toss the tofu and tempeh with 1 tablespoon tamari, the turmeric and the oil. Leave for 10 minutes.
10 min - 3
Thread onto the skewers.
- 4
For the sauce, put the peanut butter, coconut milk, tamari, sugar, garlic and chilli in a small pan. Stir over a low heat for 5 minutes until smooth and thick. Add the lime juice.
5 min - 5
Grill or griddle the skewers for 8 minutes, turning, until golden and crisp at the edges.
8 min - 6
Serve the skewers with the warm peanut sauce and cucumber.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.