Crispy Sesame Tofu Sriracha Mayonnaise Food

SESAME SRIRACHA TOFU

Steps:

• Coat the bottom of a large skillet with sesame oil and place over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the tofu in an even layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, flipping once or twice, until the tofu cubes are browned and crisp on multiple sides.
• Make the sauce while the tofu cooks. Whisk the tahini, maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic and ginger together in a small bowl. Thin with 3 to 4 tablespoons of water.
• Once the tofu has finished cooking, lower the heat to low and pour the sauce over the tofu, flipping a few times to coat the tofu in the sauce. Cook just until the sauce is hot and begins to bubble, about 1 minute. Careful here - cooking it too long will dry out the sauce. Remove from heat.
• Divide onto plates with rice, and top with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve.

CRISPY SESAME TOFU

Steps:

• Place block of tofu flat on cutting board; slice lengthwise into 4 equal pieces, then down the middle to make 8 squares. Place on baking sheet lined with three layers of paper towels; cover with three more layers. Place another baking sheet and a weight on top. Let tofu drain until towels are soaked, 5 minutes.
• Spread the sesame seeds on a plate. Press both sides of each tofu square into sesame seeds. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium heat. Cook tofu, until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Add the soy sauce; continue cooking, turning tofu, until it has absorbed all the liquid, about 1 minute. Remove from pan. Wipe skillet with a paper towel.
• Add broccoli, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 cup water to skillet. Simmer, covered, until broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes. Divide among 4 serving plates; arrange 2 tofu squares on each. Drizzle with remaining tablespoon sesame oil. Serve.

TACOS - CRISPY TOFU WITH SRIRACHA LIME SAUCE

Steps:

• Get ready with 3 Mixing Bowls 1 Large Non-Stick Pan.
• Zest the lime, cut it in half, and juice each half. Crumble queso fresco. Mince cilantro (no need to stem).
• Combine red cabbage, lime juice, ¼ teaspoons salt, and ¼ teaspoons pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss and set aside at least 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
• Prepare the Tofu: Line a plate with paper towels. Cut tofu into ½" cubes. Place tofu on towel-lined plate and press firmly, but gently with paper towels to remove excess liquid. Put cornstarch in another mixing bowl. Gently toss tofu in cornstarch to coat thoroughly.
• Make the Sriracha-Mayonnaise: In another mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, and ¼ teaspoons lime zest.
• Fry the Tofu: Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 3 Tbsp. olive oil and tofu to hot pan. Wipe mixing bowl clean and reserve. Stir occasionally until tofu is golden brown and crispy, 6-9 minutes. Transfer to reserved mixing bowl and toss with taco seasoning. Wipe pan clean and reserve.
• Re-heat pan used to fry tofu to a medium-high heat. Place tortillas in hot pan and toast, 30 seconds per side.
• Make your tacos, starting with the tufu, then cabbage mix and sriracha mix. Top with cilantro and cheese, and Bon appétit!