Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 713kcal 35%
Fat 33g 50%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Carbohydrates 82g 27%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%
Protein 23g 46%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1,320mg 55%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Braised Tofu

Name: Braised Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 1 (14-ounce/400g) block of extra-firm tofu, drained; Kosher salt; 2 to 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil of choice; Aromatics:; 1 tablespoon oil from Chinese chile oil or chile crisp (sub neutral-flavored oil) (see Note 1); 4 scallions, sliced on a bias in into 1-inch pieces (reserve dark green tops for garnish); 1- inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 cup (120g) thinly sliced red bell peppers (see Note 2 for more options); Braising liquid:; 3 tablespoons Chinese “light soy sauce” (or regular store soy sauce) (see Note 3); 2 tablespoons organic brown sugar (see Note 4); 1 heaping tablespoon Chinese black vinegar (see Note 5 for subs); ¼ to ½ teaspoon Sichuan chile flakes (or 1 dried red chile torn in half; optional, omit for mild heat); ½ teaspoon Chinese five spice powder; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper (optional); Slurry:; ½ cup (120 mL) water; 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder; For serving:; A few drizzles of toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds; Reserved scallion greens, sliced thinly on a bias; ~ 3 cups (360g) of cooked white rice or brown rice

Prep 10m

Cook 35m

Total 45m

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