Description
A healthy, quick, and vibrant Sesame Tofu With Broccoli dish that satisfies cravings with a crispy texture and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block Firm Tofu (Press and cube for optimal texture.)
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch (A coating for crunchiness.)
- 2 cups Broccoli (Can substitute with other vegetables.)
- 1/4 cup Tahini (Substitute with peanut butter if desired.)
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce/Tamari (Use tamari for gluten-free.)
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup (Can substitute with honey.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Use fresh minced for best taste.)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (Freshly grated is ideal.)
Instructions
- Start by pressing firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
- Toss tofu cubes in cornstarch until evenly coated and pan-fry until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- In the same pan, add a splash of water or oil and sauté broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, and ginger to make the sauce.
- Add crispy tofu back to the pan, pour sauce over, and stir gently to coat everything. Heat briefly for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on your stove.
- Feel free to add other vegetables for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg