Sesame Tofu
Sesame Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 block extra firm tofu, pressed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, for coating tofu
- as needed sesame seeds, for garnish
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, for thickening sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- 1
Press the block of extra firm tofu to remove excess water. This can be done by wrapping the tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel, placing it on a plate, and weighing it down with something heavy (like a cast iron skillet or a few cans) for at least 30 minutes. Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
⏱️ 30 min
- 2
In a medium bowl, add the pressed and cubed tofu. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cornstarch over the tofu and gently toss until each piece is evenly coated. Ensure there are no dry patches of cornstarch.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the coated tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway through the cooking time (around 7-10 minutes) to achieve even crispiness and a golden-brown color.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
While the tofu is air frying, prepare the sauce. In a separate medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of water. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the cornstarch is fully dissolved, with no lumps.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Once the tofu is crispy from the air fryer, transfer it to a large pan or skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously with a spatula or spoon, until the sauce begins to thicken to your desired consistency. This usually takes 2-4 minutes. The sauce should cling to the tofu.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Remove the pan from the heat. Garnish the sesame tofu generously with sesame seeds. Serve hot, optionally alongside steamed rice or your favorite grain. Enjoy your homemade Sesame Tofu!
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Sesame Tofu
- 1 block extra firm tofu, pressed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, for coating tofu
- as needed sesame seeds, for garnish
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, for thickening sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- 1
Press the block of extra firm tofu to remove excess water. This can be done by wrapping the tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel, placing it on a plate, and weighing it down with something heavy (like a cast iron skillet or a few cans) for at least 30 minutes. Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
⏱️ 30 min - 2
In a medium bowl, add the pressed and cubed tofu. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cornstarch over the tofu and gently toss until each piece is evenly coated. Ensure there are no dry patches of cornstarch.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the coated tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway through the cooking time (around 7-10 minutes) to achieve even crispiness and a golden-brown color.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
While the tofu is air frying, prepare the sauce. In a separate medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of water. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the cornstarch is fully dissolved, with no lumps.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Once the tofu is crispy from the air fryer, transfer it to a large pan or skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously with a spatula or spoon, until the sauce begins to thicken to your desired consistency. This usually takes 2-4 minutes. The sauce should cling to the tofu.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Remove the pan from the heat. Garnish the sesame tofu generously with sesame seeds. Serve hot, optionally alongside steamed rice or your favorite grain. Enjoy your homemade Sesame Tofu!