Pan-Seared Tofu in Orange Peanut Cream Sauce

Ingredients
1 Jar Maffé simmer sauce
1 lb extra-firm tofu
3 tbsp canola oil
½ cup orange juice from concentrate
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup frozen peas
1 tsp orange zest
1-2 tsp soy sauce

Directions

1. Drain tofu. Cut block horizontally into 3 slices.

2. Place each slice on two sheets of strong paper towel. Cover with both sheets of paper towel. Press down firmly until water is absorbed. Change paper towels in between presses.

3. Cut each slice into 4 rows. Cut each row into bite size pieces.

4. In large skillet heat oil over a medium-high heat, add tofu leaving enough space in between each piece to turn over. Sear in two batches, pressing tofu firmly with back of spatula. Cook each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Pat tops to remove excess oil.

5. Add jar of Maffé simmer sauce, orange juice, zest, peas, heavy cream and soy sauce to pan. Stir together. Bring to a boil and immediately turn down to a simmer. Simmer covered for 10 minutes.

6. Add tofu back to the pan, simmer uncovered, for an additional 5 minutes stirring gently to coat with sauce. Serve over cooked Jasmine Rice or Rice Noodles