Sesame Ginger Tofu
A flavorful, protein-rich tofu dish marinated in a savory sesame ginger sauce and pan-seared to perfection. Perfect for serving with rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.
Ingredients
- For the tofu:
- - 400g 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
- - 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- - 1 tbsp sesame oil or other neutral oil for frying
- For the marinade/sauce:
- - 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- - 1 tsp sesame oil
- - 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- - 2 garlic cloves minced
- - 1 tsp chili flakes or sriracha optional
- - 1 tsp cornstarch for thickening
- For garnish:
- - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- - 2 spring onions sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu
- Press tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut into bite-sized cubes and toss with cornstarch.
- Cook the Tofu
- Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add tofu and cook until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and chili (if using). In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
- Combine and Thicken
- In the same pan, pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Toss Tofu
- Return tofu to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve
- Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions. Serve with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
- prep_time: PT10M
- cook_time: PT15M
- total_time: PT25M
- servings: 2–3
Notes
nutrition:
calories: ~250 (per serving)
carbohydrates: ~12g
protein: ~15g
fat: ~16g
fiber: ~2g
sodium: ~500mg notes:
- For extra texture, bake or air-fry tofu before tossing in sauce.
- Add steamed broccoli, bell peppers, or snow peas for a complete meal.
- Use gluten-free tamari if needed.
calories: ~250 (per serving)
carbohydrates: ~12g
protein: ~15g
fat: ~16g
fiber: ~2g
sodium: ~500mg notes:
- For extra texture, bake or air-fry tofu before tossing in sauce.
- Add steamed broccoli, bell peppers, or snow peas for a complete meal.
- Use gluten-free tamari if needed.