Crispy Sesame Tofu With Ginger Rice Recipe

Chinese cuisine · 874 calories

Crispy Sesame Tofu with Ginger Rice recipe

About this recipe

This Crispy Sesame Tofu with Ginger Rice is a treat for your taste buds and body, blending Chinese-inspired flavors with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients. Crispy tofu cubes are coated in cornstarch and pan-fried to perfection, while a tangy sesame-soy sauce adds depth. The ginger rice, prepared effortlessly with Birds Eye Steamfresh Golden Vegetable Rice, is aromatic and pairs beautifully with sautéed carrots, mooli radish, and chow chow squash. Finished with fresh spring onions and black sesame seeds, this meal is not only visually appealing but also packed with 103g of protein to fuel your day. Perfect for busy evenings, this dinner combines comfort and nutrition, making it a family favorite for all ages. Whether you're recovering from a workout or simply craving a healthy Chinese dish, this recipe hits the spot!

Ingredients

  • - The Tofoo Co. Naked Tofu
  • 60G Toasted White Sesame Seeds, 60G
  • 100 g Ginger - 100g
  • NaN Tilda Long Grain Rice
  • 1 Ltr Ktc Sunflower Oil
  • - Amoy Dark Soy Sauce
  • 207 Ml Lee Kum Kee Pure Sesame Oil, 207Ml
  • 120 Ml Lee Kee Seasoned Rice Vinegar 120ml
  • - Mama Sita'S Annatto Powder
  • 50G Black Garlic Cloves, 50G
  • - Fresh Asian Mooli Radish Daikon Exotic Vegetable
  • 1 Butternut Squash - 1 Each
  • Bunch Spring Onion (Bunch)
  • 500G Black Sesame Seeds Catering Size, 500G

Instructions

  1. 1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into bite-sized cubes.
  2. 2. Coat the tofu cubes evenly in cornstarch and set aside for crisping.
  3. 3. Heat a non-stick skillet with Frylight garlic oil and pan-fry the tofu until golden and crispy.
  4. 4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and Chinese five-spice for a flavorful sauce.
  5. 5. Peel and finely chop the ginger and garlic, then sauté them in a pan with Frylight garlic oil until fragrant.
  6. 6. Microwave the Birds Eye Steamfresh Golden Vegetable Rice Steam Bag according to package instructions.
  7. 7. Grate the carrots, mooli radish, and chow chow squash, then stir-fry them with ginger and garlic for 5 minutes.
  8. 8. Add the crispy tofu to the pan with the vegetables and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture.
  9. 9. Toss everything together in the pan, ensuring the tofu and vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce.
  10. 10. Plate the cooked vegetable rice and top it with the sauced tofu and vegetables.
  11. 11. Garnish with chopped spring onions and sprinkle black sesame seeds on top for added texture and flavor.
  12. 12. Serve immediately for a warm and satisfying dinner experience.

How to make Crispy Sesame Tofu With Ginger Rice

  1. Crisp the tofu. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into bite-sized cubes. Coat the cubes evenly in cornflour, then pan-fry them in a non-stick frying pan with garlic oil spray until golden and crispy.
  2. Mix the sauce. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar and Chinese five spice to make the sauce for coating the tofu and vegetables.
  3. Cook the vegetables and rice. Sauté the chopped ginger and garlic in garlic oil spray until fragrant. Microwave the steam-bag vegetable rice as directed, and stir-fry the grated carrots, mooli radish and chow chow with the ginger and garlic for 5 minutes.
  4. Toss in the sauce. Add the crispy tofu to the pan with the vegetables, pour over the prepared sauce and toss everything together until the tofu and vegetables are evenly coated.
  5. Plate and garnish. Plate the cooked vegetable rice and top it with the sauced tofu and vegetables. Garnish with chopped spring onions and black sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Crispy Sesame Tofu with Ginger Rice take?
About 50 minutes: 15 minutes of prep, including pressing the tofu, and 35 minutes of cooking.
Is Crispy Sesame Tofu with Ginger Rice vegetarian?
Yes, it is vegetarian. Crispy tofu is tossed in a soy, sesame oil and rice vinegar sauce and served over ginger rice.
How do I keep sesame tofu crispy after adding sauce?
Toss the fried tofu in the sauce right before serving and use just enough to coat it. Letting it sit in sauce softens the crust.
Can I use cornflour instead of cornstarch to coat tofu?
Yes, in the UK cornflour is the same thing as cornstarch. Potato starch also works and gives an extra-crisp finish.
Can I make ginger rice ahead of time?
Yes, cool it quickly and keep it in the fridge for up to a day. Reheat it with a splash of water until piping hot, but fry the tofu fresh.