November 5th, 2024
Recipes
Teriyaki Tofu
Valentina P
- Difficulty
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- Time 30"
Easy Teriyaki Tofu! Crispy pan-fried tofu tossed in a quick, homemade teriyaki sauce.
How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based
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Tofu
- 1 (15 ounce) block(s) extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- salt and pepper, to taste Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari
- 2 tablespoons mirin (we use this one)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar or coconut sugar (Note 1)
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cold water
Instructions
- Step 1: Remove the tofu from the packaging and drain out all of the liquid inside. Press the tofu using a tofu press, or cut it in half lengthwise and wrap each half in clean, absorbent towels. You can use paper towels or clean reusable ones. Set the wrapped tofu on a cutting board and then set something heavy on top of it. A heavy pan or book would work. Press out the moisture in this way for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, add all of the Teriyaki Sauce ingredients, except the starch and water, to a small saucepan. Bring the sauce to a low simmer over medium heat.
- Step 3: Whisk together the starch and water to form a slurry. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly as you do so. Continue stirring for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Step 3: Dice the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 4: Heat the 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium high heat. Add the cubed tofu and fry until very golden brown on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Step 5: Pour in some of the Teriyaki Sauce – enough to generously coat the tofu – and stir fry for another 30 seconds or so.
- Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and/or scallions. Enjoy.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Looking for a sugar-free sauce? Try this Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (Soy-Free!).
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Teriyaki Tofu
PT30M 1 (15 ounce) block(s) extra-firm tofu 1 tablespoon cooking oil salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari 2 tablespoons mirin (we use this one) 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar or coconut sugar (Note 1) 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon cold water Gluten Free Vegan 4 Servings
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