Gingered Garlic Tofu

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Gingered Garlic Tofu—a flavor-packed dish that's equal parts crispy, savory, and slightly sweet. Perfectly golden tofu cubes are pan-fried to crunchy perfection and then bathed in a luscious sauce made with soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of maple syrup or honey. The combination of rice vinegar and sesame oil adds a delightful tang and nuttiness, while scallions and sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for serving over fluffy rice or noodles. Whether you're a tofu lover or new to plant-based cooking, this dish offers an easy, flavorful way to incorporate protein into your meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz Extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 2 Scallions
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture: Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object (like a skillet) on top for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook on each side until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

Peel and mince the fresh ginger and garlic cloves.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup (or honey), sesame oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 7

In the same skillet or wok, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the sauce mixture and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 8

Add the crispy tofu back into the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.

Step 9

Chop the scallions and sprinkle them over the tofu along with sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles. Optionally, garnish with additional scallions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	605.1 grams (605.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251

Total Fat 90.20g	116%
Saturated Fat 13.10g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1802mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 53.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 15.60g
Protein 69.20g	138%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2781mg	214%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1327mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 16.4%