Crispy Fried Tofu with Sautéed Greens
This crispy tofu paired with stir-fried greens and a flavorful sauce is a perfect plant-based meal. Light, healthy, and packed with umami goodness!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Wok or frying pan
- knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl for sauce
- Tongs
- paper towels
Ingredients
For the Tofu:
- 2 cakes tofu frozen overnight and thawed
- ½ cup water or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ cup cornmeal or cornstarch
Marinade:
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon finely grated gingerroot
- 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed
- Dash of cayenne
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- ¼ cup dry sherry
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
Vegetables:
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced or pressed
- 1 cup thinly sliced onion
- 6 cups mix of coarsely chopped pak choi chard, kale, or nappa cabbage OR 9 cups chopped spinach
Instructions
- Gently squeeze as much liquid as possible from the thawed tofu.
- Cut tofu crosswise into ½-inch thick slices, then into triangles.
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well.
- Arrange tofu triangles in a dish and cover with the marinade.
- Allow to sit for at least 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix sauce ingredients.
- Separately, mix water or stock with 1 teaspoon cornstarch to create a slurry.
- Dredge marinated tofu pieces in cornmeal or cornstarch.
- Fry tofu in ⅛ to ¼ inch of oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and keep warm in a 200°F oven.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a wok.
- Stir-fry garlic and onion until the onion is tender.
- Add greens and stir-fry until just wilted but not mushy.
- Add leftover marinade to the sauce mixture and pour into the wok along with the cornstarch slurry.
- Stir-fry just until the sauce thickens.
- Gently fold in the crispy tofu.
- Serve hot with rice or your favorite grain.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tips:
Serve the tofu and greens alongside steamed jasmine rice or quinoa. Garnish with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Wine Advice: A light, crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements the umami flavors of the tofu and the freshness of the greens.
Serve the tofu and greens alongside steamed jasmine rice or quinoa. Garnish with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Wine Advice: A light, crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements the umami flavors of the tofu and the freshness of the greens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 16 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 2.5 mg
