Easy Tofu Adobo
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Easy Tofu Adobo
Description
This Easy Tofu Adobo recipe starts by mixing a marinade of white vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, bay leaves, black pepper, and brown sugar. Super-firm tofu is pressed to remove excess moisture, then sliced and soaked in the marinade for at least two hours or overnight for deeper flavor absorption. The tofu is pan-fried until golden on each side, then the marinade is poured in and cooked over medium-low heat until the sauce mostly evaporates and thickens.
The final dish presents tofu with a crispy exterior and tender middle, coated in a tangy, slightly sweet sauce with garlic and bay leaf’s aromatic notes. Green onions add freshness on top. This tofu preparation echoes the traditional adobo flavors while being accessible for those preferring plant-based protein.
This dish serves well alongside rice or steamed vegetables, balancing the strong flavors of the marinade. Using non-reactive cookware is recommended to prevent metallic tastes due to vinegar’s acidity. Adjust the sauce by adding broth or water for thinner consistency or using a cornstarch slurry to thicken. The tofu can be cut into alternative shapes to suit presentation preferences.
Ingredients
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 10 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 packs tofu sliced, super firm
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- ¼ cup green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- In small bowl mix the vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
- Press and dry the tofu. Then, slice it into 5 slices.
- In a large baking dish, place the tofu slices and pour the soy sauce mixture.
- Marinate the tofu for 2 hours or overnight. The longer it marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
- Once the tofu is marinated, in large pan over medium high heat, heat the oil. Then carefully place the tofu in the hot pan. Do not add the marinade.
- Fry the tofu for 3 minutes. Then, flip and fry the other side for another 3 minutes. Once the tofu is nice and fried on both sides, pour the marinade.
- Cook under medium low heat for 10 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Garnish with green onion and serve hot.
Notes
- Press and dry tofu well to ensure it absorbs the marinade and fries properly without excess moisture.
- Use non-reactive cookware such as stainless steel or ceramic to avoid off-flavors from the acidic vinegar.
- Marinate the tofu for at least 2 hours, longer marination improves flavor penetration.
- For a thinner sauce, add water or vegetable broth; for a thicker sauce, incorporate a cornstarch slurry and simmer until desired consistency.
- You may cut sliced tofu into various shapes like triangles or cubes to suit presentation.
- Serve tofu adobo hot with rice or vegetables to balance its tangy and savory profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 55 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 55kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 1083mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 74IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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