Very plain tasting to start with, tofu take on yumptious flavors while cooking. This recipe comes out crunchy and nutty on the outside, soft and creamy inside.
kitchen gear
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife (adult needed)
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Clean dish towel or paper towels
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Measuring spoons
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Plate
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Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) container firm or extra firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
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Put the block of tofu on a cutting board, and cut it into 4 long sections. Then cut each section into 3 chunks.
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To drain the liquid, put a dish towel or 2 layers of paper towel on the cutting board, and put the tofu on top. Let it drain 5-10 minutes.
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Repeat step 2 using a dry towel or paper towel.
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Put the sesame seeds on a plate, add the tofu pieces and turn them until coated.
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Put the skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high. When it is hot, add the oil.
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Add the tofu and cook until it is golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
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Drizzle the soy sauce over the cooked tofu and cook 1 more minute. Serve right away.
Notes
DID YOU KNOW?
In China, spirits of dead ancestors are believed to have no jaws for chewing. So food offerings to these ghosts need to be really soft. Plain tofu makes a perfect snack for them!
