Caramelized Tofu Goodness! Recipe

Name: Caramelized Tofu Goodness!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 -8 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into thin 1-inch strips; 1/8 teaspoon sea salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil (or peanut oil); 3 medium garlic cloves, minced; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1/3 cup pecans, toasted and chopped fine (or almonds or walnuts); 3 tablespoons turbinado sugar (or brown sugar); 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (if you hate cilantro, use parsley); 1/2 lb Brussels sprout, washed and cut into 1/8-inch wide slices

Servings: persons

7 -8 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into thin 1-inch strips
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon olive oil (or peanut oil)
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/3 cup pecans, toasted and chopped fine (or almonds or walnuts)
3 tablespoons turbinado sugar (or brown sugar)
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (if you hate cilantro, use parsley)
1/2 lb Brussels sprout, washed and cut into 1/8-inch wide slices

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["Wrap the tofu with paper towels, place a heavy skillet on top and press for a few minutes to remove some of the excess water.", "Cook the tofu strips in hot 12"" nonstick skillet with a pinch of salt and about 1-2 teaspoons of oil. Saute until lightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, if using, and pecans(or other nuts), and cook for another minute. Stir in sugar. Cook for a few more minutes.", "Remove from the heat and stir in cilantro. Scrape the tofu out onto a plate with a spatula and set aside.", "Now, in the same pan (you don't need to wash it), add 1-1 1/2 teaspoons more oil, another pinch of salt, and turn up the heat to medium-high.", "When the pan is hot stir in the sliced brussels sprouts(they will appear shredded).", "Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring a few times (only a few) until you get some nice golden bits and the rest of the sprouts are just tender.", "Great served with brown rice or over soba noodles."]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 -8 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into thin 1-inch strips, 1/8 teaspoon sea salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil (or peanut oil), 3 medium garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Tofu Goodness! falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramelized Tofu Goodness!

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