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Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowls

Author: Nicole
Servings: 4
Calories: 468kcal
Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowls are a fresh, easy and flavour-packed weeknight dinner, on the table in less than 20 minutes with minimal washing up. If you haven't tried tofu before, this is the recipe to try!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes

Ingredients

CUCUMBER SALAD

  • 2 cucumbers, roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp freshly minced ginger
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

CRISPY TOFU

  • 500 g firm tofu, drained (see note 1)
  • 30 g cornflour (cornstarch), to coat
  • 4 tbsp olive oil

STICKY SAUCE

  • 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
  • 60 ml tamari or all-purpose soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 60 ml water

TO SERVE

  • Steamed jasmine rice
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced

Instructions

  • Make the cucumber salad – Combine the ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Prepare the tofu – Cut the tofu into small squares, approximately 2 cm (¾ inch).
  • Dust each piece in the cornflour.
  • Cook the tofu – Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-based frying pan over medium–high heat, then cook the tofu for 6–8 minutes (approximately 1–2 minutes per side) until golden brown. Set aside on a plate.
  • Make the sauce – Reduce the heat to low. Add the garlic, tamari or soy sauce, brown sugar and sesame oil. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Combine the cornflour and water in a small bowl. Add the mixture to the pan, 1 tablespoon at a time, to thicken the sauce to your desired consistency.
  • Combine the tofu and sauce – Return the tofu to the pan. Toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time to loosen the sauce to your desired consistency.
  • Serve – Divide the rice and cucumber salad among four bowls. Top with the tofu and sprinkle with sesame seeds and spring onion.

Notes

Note 1 – Tofu is accessible in most major supermarkets. Look for tofu which is labelled “firm”. It is easy to slice and will not break apart in the pan as you cook it (unlike softer varieties). To prepare the tofu, you simply need to open the packet and drain any excess liquid. The tofu is then ready to slice and use. After opening, submerge unused tofu in water in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 10 days, changing the water every 2 days to maintain freshness.

MAKE AHEAD

These Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowls are the perfect recipe to make ahead of time, ready for busy days. Refrigerate the cucumber salad and crispy sticky tofu separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Not suitable to freeze.

LEFTOVERS

Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowls make great leftovers! Refrigerate the cucumber salad and crispy sticky tofu separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Not suitable to freeze.
Nutrition Facts
Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowls
Amount per Serving
Calories
468
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
34
g
52
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
19
g
Sodium
 
1175
mg
51
%
Potassium
 
292
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
11
g
12
%
Protein
 
15
g
30
%
Vitamin A
 
188
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
201
mg
20
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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