{"id":78744,"date":"2024-02-27T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/27\/spicy-garlicky-sesame-tofu-30-minutes\/"},"modified":"2024-02-27T09:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T09:00:00","slug":"spicy-garlicky-sesame-tofu-30-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/27\/spicy-garlicky-sesame-tofu-30-minutes\/","title":{"rendered":"Spicy Garlicky Sesame Tofu (30 Minutes!)"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Welcome to another minimal effort, BIG flavor dish! This quicker-than-takeout sesame tofu is baked to crispy perfection and coated in a drool-worthy, sweet + spicy + garlicky sauce. It might have you questioning whether you\u2019ll ever be ordering takeout again!<\/p>\n

Pair with rice and steamed veggies for a simple, 30-minute<\/strong> meal that\u2019s vegan, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened. Let\u2019s make it!<\/p>\n

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Recipe Inspiration<\/h2>\n

This recipe is inspired by Sesame Chicken, which is commonly found in Chinese restaurants in the US and Canada (source<\/a>). Though likely originally inspired by a dish from China, its exact origin story is unclear. Some suggest it\u2019s an adaptation of General Tso\u2019s<\/a>, while others say it\u2019s inspired by Sichuan La Zi Ji<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Our inspired, plant-based version<\/strong> has a similarly sticky, spicy, sweet (but not too sweet!) glaze and is made with tofu. Our version also doesn\u2019t involve any battering or deep frying!<\/p>\n

How to Make Sesame Tofu<\/h2>\n

It starts with making the tofu crispy using a different method! Instead of deep frying, we break the tofu<\/strong> into bite-sized pieces and bake until a little firm and golden with crispy edges<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Then we make a simple, super flavorful sauce<\/strong> on the stovetop with maple syrup, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and garlic.<\/p>\n

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Next, we cook it down with a little slurry of cornstarch + water until it\u2019s thickened. <\/p>\n

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The final steps are adding sesame seeds to the sauce then stirring in the baked tofu<\/strong> until it\u2019s well-coated and irresistible!<\/p>\n

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We can\u2019t wait for you to try this sesame tofu! It\u2019s:<\/p>\n

Spicy
Garlicky
A little sweet
A little sticky
Crispy on the edges
& SO delicious!<\/p>\n

It pairs beautifully with rice (brown<\/a>,\u00a0white<\/a>, or\u00a0cauliflower \u201crice\u201d<\/a>), and steamed broccoli for a simple, weeknight-friendly meal. Other delicious pairings include our Sesame Saut\u00e9ed Swiss Chard<\/a><\/strong>, Gingery Smashed Cucumber Salad<\/a>, and Spicy Garlicky Edamame<\/a>.<\/p>\n

More Flavorful Tofu Recipes<\/h2>\n

If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don\u2019t forget to tag a photo\u00a0@minimalistbaker<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram. Cheers, friends!<\/p>\n

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Prep Time <\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Cook Time <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Total Time <\/span>30 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Servings <\/span>4<\/span><\/p>\n

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Course <\/span>Entr\u00e9e<\/span><\/p>\n

Cuisine <\/span>Chinese-Inspired, Gluten-Free, Vegan<\/span><\/p>\n

Freezer Friendly <\/span>No<\/span><\/p>\n

Does it keep? <\/span>Best when fresh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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