Sesame Tofu With Broccoli
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5.0
48 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
270 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Sesame Tofu With Broccoli
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Sesame tofu is pan-seared then broiled and served with broccoli and a flavorful sesame sauce. Delicious on its own or with your rice or noodles. If you want enough sauce for noodles, be sure to double the sauce!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces super firm tofu (patted dry) OR extra firm tofu (pressed), cut into 12 equal-sized rectangles
- 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into small florets about 4 cups
- ¼ cup soy sauce (sub tamari for gluten-free)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or agave
- 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, grated or finely minced
- 1 rounded teaspoon grated ginger root
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil for oil-free, omit or sub 1 tablespoon tahini
- pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 Tablespoon corn starch or arrowroot dissolved in ⅓ cup water
- 3 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
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Instructions
- Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, sesame oil (or tahini), and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. In a separate bowl or mug, dissolve the starch in water. Don't add the starch slurry to the sauce just yet. Set aside.
- Preheat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Position the top oven rack about 6 inches from heat source and set broiler to 500 degrees.
- Wet your fingers and flick a bit of water into the pan. If the water beads and dances across the surface, the pan is fully preheated and the tofu won't stick. Place each piece of tofu in the pan, careful not to move them once placed. They may pop and sputter a bit. Turn off the eye and transfer the pan to the oven. Broil until the tops are golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove pan from oven and flip the tofu. Return pan to oven and broil for another 6 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer the pan to the stove top and turn the eye on medium-low. REMEMBER, the handle is HOT. For safety, slide an oven mitt onto the handle as a reminder.
- Mix the starch slurry into the sauce and pour over the tofu. Add the broccoli to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the tofu and broccoli with sauce. Once the sauce has thickened and the broccoli can be pierced with a fork, garnish with green onion and sesame seeds and serve.
Notes
- This high-heat broiling method is a great way to achieve a meaty, chewy exterior for your tofu without the use of oil. Use it in different recipes and with a variety of sauces!
- *Nutrition information calculated using toasted sesame oil and includes sesame seed garnish. Based on four servings.
- Storage: store sesame tofu in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
270kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
910mg
(38%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
700IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
139.4mg
(155%)
Calcium
570mg
(57%)
Iron
5.2mg
(29%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 910mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 700IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 139.4mg | 155% |
| Calcium | 570mg | 57% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
48 reviews
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