Name: Braised Sesame Tofu Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 packages of firm tofu (14 ounces each); 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons ginger, grated; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish; 2 green onions, chopped, for garnish

Braised Sesame Tofu Recipe

Genia Kehoe Modified: July 26, 2024

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How To Make Braised Sesame Tofu

Also known as bean curd, tofu is a soy product that’s present in a lot of Chinese dishes. In fact, Chinese people are the number one consumers of tofu globally! Apart from being tasty and healthy, this dish plays an important role in cultural celebrations like Chinese New Year. They’re available in several forms, like firm, silken, dried, and fermented, to name a few. Explore this roundup of Chinese tofu recipes to make dishes like vegetable stir-fries, noodle dishes, bao buns, and more!

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 packages of firm tofu (14 ounces each)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons ginger, grated
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
2 green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Press the tofu: Place the tofu on a plate lined with paper towels. Put another layer of paper towels on top and weigh it down with a heavy object, such as a can of beans. Let it press for about 15 minutes to remove excess water.
Cut the tofu: Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
Sear the tofu: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until all sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the tofu to a plate and set aside.
Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Braise the tofu: Return the cooked tofu to the skillet with the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the tofu to absorb the flavors.
Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.