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Crispy Sesame Tofu

Name: Crispy Sesame Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 porcije
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 400 g firm tofu pressed and cubed; 2 žlica cornstarch; 3 žlica vegetable oil; 4 žlica soy sauce; 2 žlica rice vinegar; 2 žlica maple syrup; 1 žličica sesame oil; 2 češanj garlic minced; 0,5 žličica ginger grated; 1 žličica cornstarch; 2 žlica water; 1 žlica sesame seed toasted (neobavezno); 1 kom green onion sliced (neobavezno)

This recipe features pan-fried tofu cubes coated in a savory, slightly sweet, and tangy sesame sauce. It's a quick and easy vegan meal that's satisfying and full of flavor. Serve it over rice or with your favorite stir-fried vegetables.

Izvorni recept autora Forkin

Ukupno vrijeme: 35 min
Porcije: 4
Težina: Srednje
Po porciji: 253 kcal

Vegetarijansko

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Priprema

Sastojci

400 gfirm tofu, pressed and cubed
2 žlicacornstarch
3 žlicavegetable oil

sauce

4 žlicasoy sauce
2 žlicarice vinegar
2 žlicamaple syrup
1 žličicasesame oil
2 češanjgarlic, minced
0,5 žličicaginger, grated
1 žličicacornstarch
2 žlicawater

garnish

1 žlicasesame seed, toasted(neobavezno)
1 komgreen onion, sliced(neobavezno)

Oprema

small bowl · whisk · medium bowl · large non-stick skillet

Postupak

Korak po korak

1
Gently press the firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Oko 5 min
Napomena kuhara: Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
2
In a medium bowl, toss the tofu cubes with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
Oko 2 min
3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Oko 1 min
4
Add the coated tofu to the hot skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Napomena kuhara: Cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
5
Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, flipping occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
Oko 15 min
6
While the tofu cooks, prepare the sauce: whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.
Oko 3 min
7
In a separate tiny bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: This slurry will thicken the sauce.
8
Once the tofu is crispy, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
9
Pour the prepared sauce into the hot skillet.
10
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry.
Oko 1 min
11
Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
Oko 2 min
12
Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat thoroughly with the sauce.
Oko 1 min
13
Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion, if desired.

Po porciji

Nutritivne vrijednosti

63%Ocjena

Kalorije: 253kcal
Bjelančevine: 9,6g
Ugljikohidrati: 15,7g
Masti: 17,7g
Vlakna: 0,9g
Šećeri: 6,9g

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Pravilno čuvanje

Čuvanje

Store leftover crispy sesame tofu in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Podgrijavanje

Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or in the microwave, though it may lose some crispness.