Description
15-Minute Garlic Chili Tofu with Sesame Broccolini- a fast and easy weeknight dinner that is vegan and gluten-free. Not a fan of tofu? Try this, then tell me what you think. I bet you’ll have a change of heart- I know, I’ve done studies!
Ingredients
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- 8 –12 ounces extra-firm tofu (see notes)
- 2 Tablespoons peanut oil (this really adds great flavor, but feel free to substitute coconut oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked peppercorns
- 4 smashed garlic cloves
- 8 ounces broccolini – or substitute halved or shredded Brussel sprouts, broccoli florets, or green beans
- 1 Tablespoon Chili Garlic paste or Sambal Olek
- 2 Tablespoons agave, maple or Honey (honey is not vegan, but has the best flavor here)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Bragg Liquid Aminos or Soy Sauce
- Garnish – 2 small sheets roasted seaweed, sliced into thin strips (optional)
- 1 Tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Drain and blot tofu with paper towels and cut into half-inch thick pieces. Blot again.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add salt, pepper and smashed garlic, directly in the skillet. Swirl and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Sear tofu until golden brown, over medium heat, about 5 minutes each side- do not fiddle with it, let it develop a crust, that way it will release itself from the pan and not stick.
- At the same time, fill a medium pot with ¾ inch of water, and set on the stove. Place a steamer basket inside and layer up the broccolini. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Steam for 5 minutes or desired doneness – less for green beans, use your own judgment 😉
- Mix the chili sauce, honey and soy sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Cut the seaweed strips.
- When the tofu is done, divide among two plates.
- With tongs, move the garlic from the skillet, transfer the broccolini to the skillet and give it a good stir to coat.
- Add the toasted sesame seeds, and stir for one minute over medium heat. Divide among the plates.
- Drizzle the tofu with the chili sauce and top with the seaweed strands.
- Eat immediately.
Notes
- I love Trader Joe’s Organic Sprouted Tofu, or feel free to substitute salmon or chicken, searing in the pan and finishing in the oven, adding the sauce after.
- If you like your tofu extra crispy, dredge in cornstarch before searing for extra crunch. 😉
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 358
- Sugar: 21.6 g
- Sodium: 1034.5 mg
- Fat: 22.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 31.1 g
- Fiber: 4.4 g
- Protein: 14.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg