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Braised Tofu

Imported & edited by @williamsmi3

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

45m

Braised Tofu

Chinese Braised Tofu

Vegan Braised Tofu

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Nutrition Facts

Ingredients

(Servings: 3)

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1 (14-ounce/400g) block of extra-firm tofu, drained

2 to 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil of choice

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)

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)

½ cup (120 mL) water

1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder

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

Nutrition Facts

Calories

375kcal

18%
Fat

19g

0%
Saturated Fat

2g

0%
Carbohydrates

43g

2%
Fiber

3g

0%
Sugar

7g

0%
Protein

14g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

900mg

45%

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

Braised Tofu

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Aromatics

Braising Liquid

Slurry

For Serving

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Nutrition Facts

Braised Tofu

Ingredients

Aromatics

Braising Liquid

Slurry

For Serving

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

Nutrition Facts