HOW I MAKE MY TERIYAKI TOFU AND CHOW MIEN #cooking #dinner #recipe #vegeterianrecipe

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers a higher protein content, while seitan is often less expensive.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar with sugar mimics the sweetness of mirin.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier option, while canola is more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake, and tamari is often cheaper.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture, about 15-20 minutes.

Cut tofu into cubes or slices.

Mix soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger, and garlic in a bowl.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer.

Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add to the sauce.

Stir until sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Return the tofu to the skillet and coat with the sauce.

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Serve over cooked rice.

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