Pan-Seared Tofu with Ginger and Scallions

Name: Pan-Seared Tofu with Ginger and Scallions
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 400 g firm tofu; 15 g fresh ginger; 3 scallions; 30 ml soy sauce; 15 ml rice wine vinegar; 5 g granulated sugar; 15 g cornstarch; 30 ml vegetable oil

Crispy tofu slices pan-seared with a savory ginger-scallion glaze, ideal for a quick vegetarian meal with bright, fresh flavors.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

400 g firm tofu
15 g fresh ginger
3 scallions
30 ml soy sauce
15 ml rice wine vinegar
5 g granulated sugar
15 g cornstarch
30 ml vegetable oil

Instructions

Step 1: Press 400 g firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into 1/2-inch thick slices. Toss slices in 15 g cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Mince 15 g fresh ginger and chop 3 scallions (separating white and green parts).
Step 3: Heat 30 ml vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu slices and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk 30 ml soy sauce, 15 ml rice wine vinegar, and 5 g granulated sugar until dissolved.
Step 5: Pour sauce into skillet with tofu. Add minced ginger and white parts of scallions. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and coats tofu.
Step 6: Garnish with green parts of scallions and serve immediately.