Pan-Seared Tofu with Ginger and Sesame

Name: Pan-Seared Tofu with Ginger and Sesame
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 14 oz (400g) Firm tofu; 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 tbsp, finely grated Fresh ginger; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Honey; 2 cloves, minced Garlic; 3, thinly sliced Scallions; 1 tsp, toasted Sesame seeds

Crispy tofu cubes coated in a sweet-savory glaze with fresh ginger and toasted sesame, served with a vibrant scallion garnish.

Cuisine: Japanese

Category: Asian

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

14 oz (400g) Firm tofu
2 tbsp Sesame oil
1 tbsp, finely grated Fresh ginger
3 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Honey
2 cloves, minced Garlic
3, thinly sliced Scallions
1 tsp, toasted Sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Press tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp of the glaze mixture in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Pour remaining glaze over tofu, cook for 1 more minute while stirring to coat. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.