Golden Sesame Tofu

Nutrition

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Heat a fry pan over medium-high heat

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   Add sesame seeds and toast until golden and fragrant , stirring frequently

3. 3

   Remove pan from heat and place sesame seeds in small bowl to cool

4. 4

   Remove tofu from package and drain

5. 5

   Press the tofu gently between the palms of your hands to squeeze out water , then wrap the tofu in paper towels , place it on a plate , then put a another plate on top of it

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   Place a 28-oz

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   Can of tomatoes or a cast iron fry pan on the plate

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   This will press out any remaining water from the tofu

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   Let sit for about 20 minutes

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    Unwrap the tofu and slice into eight rectangular slices

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    To make even slices , slice the block of tofu in half , then half each half , and then half each quarter

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    Then dust the slices with tofu evenly with cornstarch on all sides

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    Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in fry pan over medium high heat

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    Add the tofu slices , but dont crowd the pan

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    You might have to fry in batches

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    Fry until the tofu is a light golden color , approximately 2 minutes , then turn the tofu over to cook another 2 minutes on the other side

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    Remove to drain on paper towels

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    If frying in batches , add more oil to the pan

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    It's normal for the tofu to splatter , so wear an apron if you dont want to ruin your clothes

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    While the tofu is frying , stir together the agave nectar or honey , soy sauce , gingerroot , sesame oil , mirin and garlic together in a small saucepan

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    Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until slightly syrupy , about 5 minutes or so

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    Add chopped scallions and toss lightly

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    Remove from heat and set aside

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    Place tofu in glass bowl to hold

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    Pour sauce over tofu and turn to coat

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    Sprinkle tofu with toasted sesame seeds and turn again to coat

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    Season with crushed red chili flakes

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    Can be served warm or chilled

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    Will keep for about 5 days refrigerated

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    Enjoy !

31. 31

    I had accidently bought cubed tofu , so used that , and it turned out great ! This would be wonderful in a stir fry or used as "chicken" in a recipe

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    I couldn't get mirin , so used rice wine vinegar