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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!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 204 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  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

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

% 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.