Sesame Tofu with Dipping Sauce

Sesame Tofu with Dipping Sauce

Wild Rose Team

Serves 2 – 4

Crispy sesame-coated tofu pairs perfectly with a tangy and aromatic dipping sauce made with lemon, ginger, and sesame oil. This dish is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, ideal as an appetizer or a light main course. This dish can serve 4 as an appetizer, or it can serve 2 as an entrée. Organic chicken breasts can be used instead of tofu.

Ingredients
Sesame tofu
  • 1 lb firm tofu
  • 1 egg white
  • ½ cup sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Dipping sauce
  • ½ cup vegetable stock
  • 4 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp peeled, minced ginger
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

Sesame tofu
1. Cut tofu into ½" thick slices and marinate in ½ of dipping sauce (see below) for 30 minutes.
2. Remove tofu slices from marinade. Dry them with paper towel.
3. Dip tofu in beaten egg white then coat with sesame seeds.
4. Brown tofu slices over medium heat in a non-stick pan for 2 minutes. Flip over and repeat on the other side.
Dipping sauce
1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
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