Crispy Sesame Tofu
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.
Forkin tarafından hazırlanan özgün tarif
- Toplam süre
- 35 dk.
- Porsiyon
- 4
- Zorluk
- Orta
- Porsiyon başına
- 253 kcal
Alerjen bilgisi: gluten, susam, soya ve soya fasulyesi içerebilir. Alerjiniz varsa malzeme ambalajlarını mutlaka kontrol edin.
Ön hazırlık
Malzemeler
Malzemeler
- 400 gfirm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 yemek kaşığıcornstarch
- 3 yemek kaşığıvegetable oil
sauce
- 4 yemek kaşığısoy sauce
- 2 yemek kaşığırice vinegar
- 2 yemek kaşığımaple syrup
- 1 çay kaşığısesame oil
- 2 dişgarlic, minced
- 0,5 çay kaşığıginger, grated
- 1 çay kaşığıcornstarch
- 2 yemek kaşığıwater
garnish
- 1 yemek kaşığısesame seed, toasted(isteğe bağlı)
- 1 adetgreen onion, sliced(isteğe bağlı)
Ekipman
small bowl · whisk · medium bowl · large non-stick skillet
Hazırlanışı
Adım adım
- 1
Gently press the firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Yaklaşık 5 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 2 dk.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
- 4
Add the coated tofu to the hot skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 15 dk.
- 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.
Yaklaşık 3 dk.
- 7
In a separate tiny bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
- 11
Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
Yaklaşık 2 dk.
- 12
Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat thoroughly with the sauce.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
- 13
Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion, if desired.
Porsiyon başına
Besin değerleri
- Kalori
- 253kcal
- Protein
- 9,6g
- Karbonhidrat
- 15,7g
- Yağ
- 17,7g
- Lif
- 0,9g
- Şeker
- 6,9g
Tarifteki malzeme miktarlarından tahmin edilmiştir. Değerler markalara ve değişikliklere göre farklılık gösterebilir.
Tazeliğini koruyun
Store leftover crispy sesame tofu in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or in the microwave, though it may lose some crispness.