Keto Pan-Fried Tofu with Savory Soy-Ginger Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Keto Pan-Fried Tofu featuring a delectable savory soy-ginger sauce! Perfectly crisped golden tofu is pan-fried in coconut oil, creating a satisfying texture while keeping the dish low-carb and keto-friendly. The sauce, infused with fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of erythritol for sweetness, delivers bold, umami-packed flavors that coat every piece of tofu. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions, this recipe is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal option for healthy, flavorful meals without sacrificing indulgence. Whether you’re following a keto lifestyle or simply love tofu dishes, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 units garlic clove
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp erythritol
- 2 units green onions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Start by draining the tofu well. Press it using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel under a weighted plate to remove excess moisture. Let it sit for around 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and erythritol in a small bowl. Stir well until erythritol dissolves.
3. Once the tofu is adequately pressed, cut it into 1-inch cubes.
4. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the coconut oil.
5. When the oil is hot, add the tofu pieces in a single layer (avoid overcrowding the pan). Fry the tofu for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Once all the tofu pieces are fried, remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and pour in the soy-ginger sauce.
8. Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute, then return the fried tofu to the skillet.
9. Toss the tofu in the simmering sauce until all pieces are well coated and the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
10. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
11. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.4 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.1 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1795 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 67.9 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2760 mg | 212% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1252 mg | 27% | |
*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.
