Avy’s First Timer Sesame Garlic Tofu

 

Recipe via Avyana Chapman

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Makes 2 servings

 
 

To Get:

For tofu:

  • 14 oz extra firm tofu

  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch

  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil

For sauce:

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 Tbsp water

  • 2 tsp honey

  • 1 1/2 tsp of thai chili sauce

  • 1 tsp of minced garlic

  • 1/2 tsp of rice wine vinegar

  • 2 tsp cornstarch

To Do: 

  1. Place two paper towels on a plate

  2. Place entire block of tofu (drained) onto the plate

  3. Place two more paper towels on top of tofu along with a heavy item to squeeze out extra liquid

  4. Leave for 30 minutes and halfway through, change out paper towels

  5. Once tofu has drained, slice in half then into cubes and place in a large bowl

  6. Sprinkle cornstarch on top, toss with hands, and make sure all pieces are covered

  7. In a large skillet, add sesame oil and bring to medium-high heat

  8. Once oil is heated, add tofu to skillet and let brown on all sides (this can take 15-20 minutes on medium heat)

  9. In a separate bowl, whisk soy sauce, water, honey, thai chili sauce, garlic, rice wine vinegar, and cornstarch

  10. Once tofu has browned and crisped on all sides, add the sauce to the skillet (it should immediately start to thicken)

  11. Toss and remove from heat

 
 

ah.mi Tips:

  • Make sure to coat all pieces of tofu in the cornstarch

  • The key is to get extra-firm tofu

  • Pairs well with green things (brussels or broccoli)

  • Easy Broccoli Side: Spread broccoli florets on baking sheet and sprinkle with sesame oil, salt & pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes; bake at 425 for 18-20 minutes

  • Optional: top with sesame seeds and add Sriracha if you want some spice

 
 
 

Nutrition Info per Serving:

CALORIES 242 | FAT 11g |  SAT FAT 2g | SODIUM 1270mg  | CARBOHYDRATE 21g | FIBER 1g | SUGARS 11g | PROTEIN 16g

Nutrition analysis for tofu only. Doesn’t include sides.

 
 
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