Gluten-Free Chili Tofu

Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this flavorful Gluten-Free Chili Tofu! This vibrant dish features crispy, golden cubes of extra-firm tofu coated in a bold, umami-packed marinade made with gluten-free tamari, chili paste, fresh garlic, and ginger. A quick toss with tender red bell peppers and a fragrant sesame oil glaze elevates the flavor to new heights. Perfectly garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and cooks up in under 40 minutes, making it a quick, healthy, and satisfying option for weeknight meals. Serve it over steamed rice or your favorite gluten-free grains for a wholesome, plant-based feast bursting with texture and heat.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Extra-firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Chili paste
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 unit Red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 units Green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel, place it on a plate, and add a heavy object on top. Let it press for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

While the tofu is pressing, prepare the marinade. In a medium bowl, combine the tamari, chili paste, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil.

Step 3

Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and gently toss them in cornstarch until evenly coated.

Step 4

In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the tofu is golden brown and crispy on all sides.

Step 5

Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add sliced red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Step 6

Return the tofu to the skillet. Pour in the marinade and toss everything to coat. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes so the tofu absorbs the sauce.

Step 7

Garnish the chili tofu with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite gluten-free grains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	785.6 grams (785.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1220

Total Fat 79.60g	102%
Saturated Fat 11.80g	59%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3709mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 60.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 13.90g
Protein 75.90g	152%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2854mg	220%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1704mg	36%

*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: 56.7%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 19.3%