Simple and Tasty Tofu Recipe | Quick and Easy

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers a nuttier flavor and is richer in protein.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

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

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and healthy fats.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is gluten-free and works similarly for thickening.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15 minutes.

Cut tofu into cubes or slices.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway.

Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

In a bowl, mix water, corn starch, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar to create the sauce.

Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer.

Return tofu to the skillet; stir to coat in the sauce.

Garnish with onion leaves and sesame seeds before serving.

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