Lemon Pepper Tofu
User Reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
126 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Lemon Pepper Tofu
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Crispy lemon pepper tofu is a restaurant-style dish that's packed with flavor. The vibrant, lemony sauce is slightly sweet and so addictive!
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Ingredients
For the tofu:
- 12 ounces extra firm tofu pressed for at least 15 minutes and then cubed or sliced as you like
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 2 teaspoons oil
For the sauce:
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce or use tamari for gluten-free
- 1/4 cup freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon or more lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or another sweetener of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1/2 cup of water
For garnish:
- chopped green onion, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Press and cube the tofu if you haven’t already. Add the cubed tofu to a bowl with salt & pepper and toss well. Sprinkle in the cornstarch and toss well to coat. If the tofu is still somewhat sticky then add a little bit more cornstarch (1-2 teaspoons at a time).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil. Once hot, transfer the coated tofu to the skillet and cook for 6-9 minutes until golden on most edges.
- Move the tofu to one side of the skillet. Add the soy sauce, lemon juice, zest, maple syrup, garlic powder, black and white pepper, and salt. Mix well. (For variation , add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or 1 dried red chili for heat)
- Add the cornstarch slurry and mix well. Once it starts to thicken, mix in the tofu and toss to coat. Taste and adjust salt and flavor. Switch off the heat and serve over cooked rice or quinoa.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally nut-free and easy to make gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- For Soyfree, use my chickpea flour tofu or store bought pumpkin seed tofu or other non soy tofu. Or use the sauce with crisped cauliflower or crisped vegan chicken subs
Nutrition Information
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Calories
126kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Sodium
562mg
(23%)
Potassium
211mg
(6%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
3IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 126kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sodium | 562mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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