Gingered Garlic Tofu
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Gingered Garlic Tofu—a flavor-packed dish that's equal parts crispy, savory, and slightly sweet. Perfectly golden tofu cubes are pan-fried to crunchy perfection and then bathed in a luscious sauce made with soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of maple syrup or honey. The combination of rice vinegar and sesame oil adds a delightful tang and nuttiness, while scallions and sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for serving over fluffy rice or noodles. Whether you're a tofu lover or new to plant-based cooking, this dish offers an easy, flavorful way to incorporate protein into your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz Extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 Scallions
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
Instructions
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture: Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object (like a skillet) on top for 10-15 minutes.
Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook on each side until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.
Peel and mince the fresh ginger and garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup (or honey), sesame oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic.
In the same skillet or wok, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the sauce mixture and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the crispy tofu back into the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Chop the scallions and sprinkle them over the tofu along with sesame seeds.
Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles. Optionally, garnish with additional scallions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.5 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
