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Sesame Tofu Recipe

Sesame Tofu Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block (14–16 oz) extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat the tofu dry, cut into 1-inch cubes, and toss with cornstarch until lightly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and fry the tofu for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  3. Whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl, then simmer in the empty skillet for 2 minutes until thickened.
  4. Return the tofu to the pan, toss gently to coat, and serve right away over rice with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

If the tofu cubes are larger than an inch, give them an extra minute or two per side so the middle heats through. The sauce can double easily if you like your bowls extra saucy.