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Sesame Tofu Recipe

This recipe is vegan.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 400 g firm tofu drained and cubed
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  2. 2. Add cubed tofu to the bowl and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. 3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  4. 4. Toss marinated tofu in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  5. 5. Fry tofu in the pan until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
  6. 6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the tofu before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Sesame, Tofu, Vegan
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