Sesame Tofu
This easy tofu recipe is crispy, delicious, and covered in a savory sesame sauce. It's the perfect addition to any salad or power bowl.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 292kcal
Cost: $8
- 14 oz tofu extra firm, 1 block
- 2 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sesame Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoon corn starch
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon agave nectar
- 2 cloves garlic medium
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Drain and rinse the tofu, wrap in a clean dish towel, and press for 20-30 minutes to remove extra moisture.
Cut the tofu into small pieces and coat in cornstarch and any optional preferred seasoning (you can use salt, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, etc.).
Heat olive oil in a large nonstick pan on medium-high heat and carefully add the tofu. Cook tofu on each side for 2-3 minutes until nice and crispy.
Mix all ingredients for the sauce together and pour into the pan. Heat for about a minute until the sauce has thickened, then coat the tofu in the sauce.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before enjoying!
You can use any preferred method of cooking your tofu, this recipe provides a basic stovetop option.
If you want to make your sesame tofu spicy, add 1 teaspoon of sriracha and/or ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper to the sauce.
Total time for recipe includes tofu prep.
Calories: 292kcal