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Sesame Tofu With Broccoli
5 from 48 votes

Sesame Tofu With Broccoli

Sesame Tofu With Broccoli combines super firm tofu broiled to a golden, chewy exterior with a sauce of soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and optional red pepper flakes. Tossed alongside steamed broccoli, and finished with a cornstarch slurry for a glossy coating, the dish has bold, balanced flavors and contrasting textures.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 270 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces super firm tofu or extra firm tofu (pressed), patted dry, cut into 12 equal-sized rectangles
  • 1 bunch of broccoli about 4 cups, cut into small florets
  • 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 ginger root grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for oil-free, omit or sub 1 tablespoon tahini, toasted
  • pinch of red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 Tablespoon corn starch or arrowroot, dissolved in ⅓ cup water
  • 3 Tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 green onion sliced

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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. 
  4. Carefully remove pan from oven and flip the tofu. Return pan to oven and broil for another 6 to 8 minutes.
  5. 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. 
  6. 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

  • Broiling the tofu at high heat creates a chewy, browned exterior without using oil.
  • You can substitute sesame oil with toasted tahini or omit for an oil-free option.
  • This recipe provides about four servings and nutrition info includes toasted sesame oil and sesame seed garnish.
  • Store the finished sesame tofu in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information

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: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270

% 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.