Crispy Sesame Tofu With Stir Fried Vegetables Recipe

About this recipe

Crispy Sesame Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables is a perfect balance of texture, flavor, and nutrition. This Chinese-inspired dish features golden tofu cubes coated in a savory sesame glaze, paired with vibrant stir-fried vegetables like chow chow, carrots, and mooli radish. The tofu provides a satisfying crunch, while the glaze offers a rich umami taste with hints of sweetness and spice. Packed with 31g of protein and plenty of fiber, this meal is both nourishing and delicious. It's easy to prepare in under an hour and can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of steamed rice or noodles. Ideal for a cozy dinner, this recipe is sure to bring comfort and delight to your table.

Ingredients

• 280G The Tofoo Co Naked Organic Extra Firm Tofu
• - Amoy Dark Soy Sauce
• 120 Ml Lee Kee Seasoned Rice Vinegar 120ml
• 207 Ml Lee Kum Kee Pure Sesame Oil, 207Ml
• 250G Spanish Lemon Honey, 250G
• 100G Chinese Five Spice Pouch, 100G
• 3 Pack Fresh Chow Chow Vegetable I Fresh Chayote Squash I Pack Of 3
• 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
• - Fresh Asian Mooli Radish Daikon Exotic Vegetable
• 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
• 280G Sunita Organic Light Tahini, 280G
• - Maldon Flakes Sea Salt
• 100G Rajah Black Pepper Ground 100G
• 1 Ltr Ktc Sunflower Oil
• 100G Top-Op Black Till Sesame Seeds 100g
• 50G Black Garlic Cloves, 50G

Instructions

1. 1. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
2. 2. Toss the tofu cubes in cornstarch until evenly coated to prepare for crisp frying.
3. 3. Heat the neutral oil in a large non-stick pan and fry the tofu until golden and crispy on all sides.
4. 4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and Chinese Five Spice for the glaze.
5. 5. Pour the glaze over the fried tofu and toss until the tofu is evenly coated and the glaze thickens slightly.
6. 6. Prepare the vegetables by peeling and slicing the chow chow, carrots, mooli radish, and cucumber into thin matchsticks.
7. 7. Heat a separate pan and stir-fry the chow chow, carrots, mooli radish, and vegetarian mock chicken in a small amount of neutral oil.
8. 8. Season the vegetables with Maldon sea salt and Rajah black pepper, stirring occasionally until they are tender yet crisp.
9. 9. Add minced garlic to the vegetable mix and continue to stir-fry for an additional two minutes for aromatic flavor.
10. 10. Plate the stir-fried vegetables alongside the glazed tofu cubes and garnish with sesame seeds for added crunch.
11. 11. Serve immediately while hot, pairing with steamed rice or noodles if desired.