CRISPY TOFU | tofu recipes | tofu and broccoli recipe

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, and coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is more cost-effective.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a healthier thickening agent, and potato starch is often less expensive.

Cut half a block of firm tofu into about six pieces, roughly half an inch thick.

Place the tofu on a baking sheet lined with paper towels, ensuring they are spread out without overlapping.

Cover the tofu with another towel and place a heavy object (like a Dutch oven) on top. Let it sit for 30 minutes to remove moisture.

Cut 12 ounces of broccoli into bite-sized pieces, including the stems for a cleaner cut.

In a mortar and pestle, combine 1 inch of peeled ginger, 4 cloves of garlic, and a pinch of salt to create a paste.

In a bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of sugar, 1/4 cup of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of shallot wine, 1 teaspoon of magic mushroom powder, and 1/4 cup of water.

In another bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water until dissolved, then add this to the sauce mixture and stir well.

After 30 minutes, cut the tofu into about six cubes, each about an inch big.

Sprinkle about 1/3 cup of cornstarch over the tofu cubes and toss to coat evenly.

Heat a large pan over medium heat and add vegetable oil, ensuring the pan is big enough to fit all the tofu without crowding.

Add the tofu in a single layer and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes total, flipping halfway through.

Remove the tofu from the pan and add a drizzle of oil, then add the broccoli with a pinch of salt. Stir-fry until cooked but still crunchy.

Push the broccoli to the side and add a drizzle of sesame oil, then add the ginger garlic paste and cook until fragrant.

Stir the ginger garlic into the broccoli, then add the crispy tofu back into the pan.

Pour in the sauce and stir everything together, cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.

Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if necessary, then add 2-3 tablespoons of sesame seeds and give it a final stir.

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