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Crispy, flavorful sesame-ginger tofu made with a simple soy-sesame marinade. Perfect for bowls, stir-fries, and meal prep — ready in under 30 minutes.
Course Bowl, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch & Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
- 1 block extra-firm tofu pressed and cubed (14 oz / 400 g)
- 2 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for crisping
- 2 tsp avocado oil for pan-searing
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 scallions sliced, for garnish
Press tofu for 30–40 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and garlic.
Toss tofu with marinade, reserving 1 tablespoon. Marinate at least 15 minutes.
Air-fry or pan-sear tofu with oil over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
Drizzle reserved marinade over warm tofu and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.