Spicy and Sweet Tofu

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    3 servings

  • Calories

    204 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch, Dinner

  • Cuisine

    Asian

Spicy and Sweet Tofu

If you are looking for a new and delicious way to enjoy tofu, then this Spicy and Sweet style recipe is perfect for you!

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Ingredients

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  • 4 cloves garlic minced, divided
  • 1 inch ginger peeled and grated
  • ¼ cup of tamari
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons of sesame oil
  • splash of water
  • 2 bunches of bok choy or other greens, halved or quartered
  • 1 tablespoon of canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 block of extra firm tofu 16-ounce, sliced into filets
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Instructions

  1. Put 2 cloves of minced garlic, ginger, tamari, brown sugar, and the sesame oil in a bowl and mix it together.
  2. In a pan, add a splash of water, the bok choy, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until the leaves begin to wilt, about 4 minutes.
  3. In a separate pan, heat the canola oil and brown the tofu, about 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Pour the mixture on top, coating the tofu, and cook until it thickens, about 4 minutes.
  5. Add the bok choy and gently mix it together. Cook for about 2 minutes.

Notes

  • Golden and crunchy on the outside, tossed with fresh bok choy, then slathered with homemade sweet and spicy glaze! A gluten-free, budget-friendly, and delicious dish perfect for lunch or dinner.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 204kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 1529mg (64%) Potassium 1687mg (48%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 25021IU (500%) Vitamin C 253mg (281%) Calcium 644mg (64%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 204 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 204kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 1529mg 64%
Potassium 1687mg 36%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 25021IU 500%
Vitamin C 253mg 281%
Calcium 644mg 64%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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