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Spicy Tofu

Crispy pan-fried tofu tossed in a quick, spicy chili sauce and finished with sesame seeds and scallions. Ready in about 20 minutes for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
280
Protein
20g
Spicy Tofu
QuickComfortingAsianVeganVegetarianGluten-FreeTofuCrispy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Press the 14 oz tofu between paper towels for 5 minutes, then cut into 1-inch cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook until golden and crisp on all sides, about 8 minutes total.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, stir together 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce. Pour over the tofu and toss to coat, cooking for 1 minute until the sauce clings and sizzles.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 sliced scallions. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Paper towels
  • Small bowl

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