How to cook Tofu Steak with Garlic Chives | Vegetarian & Vegan Tofu Recipe

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cooked chickpeas

Tempeh offers a firmer texture and more protein.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

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

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for cooking.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.

Slice tofu into thick steaks.

Marinate tofu in soy sauce, ginger, and black pepper for 30 minutes.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Coat tofu steaks in cornstarch for a crispy texture.

Pan-fry tofu steaks until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

In a separate pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat.

Add chopped garlic chives and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Combine lime juice, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

Drizzle the lime mixture over the sautéed garlic chives.

Serve tofu steaks topped with garlic chives and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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