Description
Crispy golden tofu cubes tossed in a glossy sesame soy glaze with garlic and ginger, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions. A quick, flavor-packed plant-based dinner that is perfect over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- Toss the tofu cubes gently with cornstarch until lightly coated on all sides.
- Add olive oil to the skillet, then arrange the tofu in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crisp.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the tofu before serving.
Notes
- Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes for best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure crisp edges.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce.
- Serve over freshly cooked jasmine or brown rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sesame soy tofu, crispy tofu, vegan dinner, plant based recipe, easy tofu recipe