Caramelized Tofu With Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Name: Caramelized Tofu With Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound extra firm tofu; 1/2 Cup brown rice; 2/3-1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and roughly chopped; 4 cloves garlic; 2 Tablespoons cilantro; 2 Tablespoons brown sugar; 3 Tablespoons soy sauce; 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil; Salt and pepper; Optional toppings: More soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, chopped scallions, peanuts.

Servings: persons

1 pound extra firm tofu
1/2 Cup brown rice
2/3-1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic
2 Tablespoons cilantro
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Optional toppings: More soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, chopped scallions, peanuts.

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1) Press tofu block between a few paper towels. Put a cutting board on top with something heavy to press out liquid. Let sit for 10 minutes.
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2) Chop tofu into strips and marinate in a few tablespoons of soy sauce.
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3) Prep all other ingredients. Cook rice, roughly chop brussel sprouts, and chop cilantro, garlic, etc.
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4) Add a few Tablespoons of vegetable oil to a hot pan (a wok or nonstick pan works best). Add tofu in a single layer and let cook for a few minutes on high heat until the tofu starts to brown.
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5) Turn tofu and brown on the second side.
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6) After cooking for a few minutes on each side, add brown sugar and toss to coat tofu in sugar. Cook for a few minutes until tofu caramelizes.
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7) Remove tofu and sprinkle with cilantro.
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8) Add sprouts to hot pan (don't wash it) and cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
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9) Add garlic and rice and if pan is really try, a bit more oil. Season with salt and pepper and cook until sprouts are tender and some will be browned.
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10) Serve tofu over sprouts with toppings of choice.

190

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 1 pound extra firm tofu, 1/2 Cup brown rice, 2/3-1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and roughly chopped, 4 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Tofu With Brussels Sprouts 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 With Brussels Sprouts

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