Sticky Sesame Crispy Tofu
Ingredients
- crispy tofu:
- 1 package extra firm tofu
- 1/4 cup corn starch
- sesame sticky sauce:
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp organic brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce (i use low sodium)
- 1/4 cup organic ketchup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- sliced green onions for garnish
- white or brown rice to serve
- any other veggies to serve with! i steamed kale and broccolini
Preparation
Remove tofu from package and wrap in a couple paper towels gently pressing on tofu to release a bit of the moisture
Cut tofu into cubes then roll each tofu cube in corn starch making sure each side is coasted
Bring a hot skilled to medium heat and add enough avocado oil to cover the bottom of the pan
Once hot, add cubed tofu and cook on each side until golden & crispy
Season with salt and once removed from pan place on a plate lined with paper towel
In a bowl combine all sauce ingredients (except garlic & avo oil) mix to combine
Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large pan over medium heat
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds
Add the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer
Cook for 3-4 minutes or until just thickened
Add the crispy tofu to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce
Sprinkle with sesame more seeds and green onions, then serve with rice & steamed veg!