Whole30 Steamed Tofu with Soy-Ginger Sauce
Delight your taste buds and nourish your body with this Whole30 Steamed Tofu with Soy-Ginger Sauce, a light yet flavorful dish perfect for healthy eating. Featuring extra-firm tofu, gently steamed to achieve a tender texture, this recipe is elevated by a bold soy-free ginger sauce made with coconut aminos, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and garlic. Perfect for anyone following a Whole30 diet, this dish is gluten-free, soy-free, and packed with umami flavors. Finish with optional garnishes like sesame oil, green onions, and sesame seeds for an irresistible aroma and visual appeal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick yet satisfying lunch or dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for garnish)
- 1 stalk (thinly sliced) green onion
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups (for steaming) water
Instructions
Press the tofu block by placing it between two plates and adding a heavy object on top for 15 minutes. This removes unnecessary moisture.
While the tofu is being pressed, prepare the soy-free ginger sauce by combining coconut aminos, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside.
After pressing, cut the tofu into cubes or slices, depending on your preference.
Set up a steamer pot by bringing 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and placing a steaming basket or rack on top. Reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle boil.
Place the tofu cubes or slices into the steaming basket in a single layer. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the tofu for 10 minutes.
Once the tofu is steamed, carefully transfer it to a serving plate using tongs or a spatula.
Drizzle the soy-free ginger sauce evenly over the steamed tofu.
Optional: Garnish with a drizzle of sesame oil, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.
Serve immediately as a light, Whole30-compliant dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.0 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 902 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2814 mg | 216% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1017 mg | 22% | |
*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.
