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.
Servings: 4
Calories: 292kcal
Cost: $8
Equipment
- Nonstick Pan
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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!
Notes
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 292kcal