Tofu with Cilantro Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Tofu with Cilantro Sauce, a plant-based delight that’s as versatile as it is delicious! Crispy, golden tofu cubes are the star of this dish, achieved with a light cornstarch coating and a quick pan-fry to perfection. The magic lies in the zesty cilantro sauce—a harmonious blend of fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, making it easy to customize for vegans. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy nights. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or quinoa for the ultimate comforting meal that’s packed with protein and bold green flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and placing a heavy object on top. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes.
Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy on all sides. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the cilantro sauce, combine cilantro leaves, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, water, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Drizzle the cilantro sauce over the crispy tofu, tossing to coat evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired. This dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 743 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1211 mg | 26% | |
*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.
