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Crispy Sesame Tofu [vegan] by The Flexitarian

Crispy Sesame Tofu [vegan]

This baked Crispy Sesame Tofu recipe is ideal for dinner when you want something healthy and light.
5 from 1 vote
DieTARY CHOICEDairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Low Fat Recipes, Vegan Recipes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Entertaining, Family Meals
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 people
Calories 182 kcal

Equipment

tofu press
oven tray
stir fry pan

Disclaimer: the equipment list above includes affiliate links to products I use and like.

Ingredients
 
 

  • 400 g firm tofu

FOR THE MARINADE:

  • 2 Tbsp tamari
  • 1 Tbsp mirin
  • 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves - crushed
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp chopped mint leaves
  • 1/8 tsp chilli powder

TO COAT THE TOFU STRIPS:

  • around 5 Tbsp cornstarch flour
  • around 5 Tbsp sesame seeds

FOR THE STIR FRY:

  • selection of seasonal vegetables cut into smaller chunks and pieces - carrots, broccoli, sweetcorn, beans, pepper etc.. or whatever else takes your fancy
  • 1 to 2 handfuls of bean sprouts
  • 1 garlic clove - crushed
  • vegetable oil

TO SERVE:

  • 2 - 4 spring onions
  • rice or noodles

Instructions
 

  • Press the tofu slab for at least 1/2 hour or up to a day. You want to extract as much water as possible. I use a tofu press to make things easier.
  • Once pressed cut tofu in 1cm [0.4 inches] thick slices.
  • Mix all the ingredients for the marinade in a tough and tear proof zipper bag. Close airtight securely. I used Bacofoil® All Purpose Zipper Bags.
    Bacofoil All Purpose Zipper Bags Upright
  • Leave the tofu strips to marinate in the fridge for a couple of hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6 / 400°F.
  • Line a baking tray with some foil. I used Bacofoil® The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil. Unlike normal foil, there is no need for oil or butter and the food doesn’t stick to it.
  • Place sesame seeds and cornstarch flour in 2 separate plates.
  • Coat each strip of tofu in cornstarch followed by sesame seeds. Lay each strip carefully on the baking tray. Keep leftover marinade to use later on.
    Bacofoil The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil
  • Bake in the oven for 25-30 mins turning the strips once so they are golden all over.
  • While the tofu is cooking in the oven, prepare the vegetables for the stir fry by cutting them into smaller pieces.
  • Cook noodles or rice according to packet instructions.
  • 5 mins before the tofu is cooked, heat some vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok.
  • Add crushed garlic, followed by vegetables and bean sprouts. Fry quickly for a few minutes under high heat.
  • Serve vegetables with rice or noodles. Add tofu strips on top and a sprinkle of chopped spring onions
  • Serve leftover marinade on the side to use as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gCalories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 552mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 253IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 149mgIron: 2mg

Find this recipe online:

Crispy Sesame Tofu [vegan]

https://theflexitarian.co.uk/recipe-items/crispy-sesame-tofu-vegan/