Carrot-Tofu Dish Recipe

Name: Carrot-Tofu Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pieces baked tofu, 2 3x5 inch rectangles of; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sucanat; 2 teaspoons sake; 2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon canola oil or 1 tablespoon rice bran oil; 5 medium carrots, matchsticked; ⅓ cup white sesame seeds, toasted and ground; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Servings: persons

2 pieces baked tofu, 2 3x5 inch rectangles of
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sucanat
2 teaspoons sake
2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon canola oil or 1 tablespoon rice bran oil
5 medium carrots, matchsticked
⅓ cup white sesame seeds, toasted and ground
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

1
If using baked tofu skip to slicing instructions.
2
If using usu-age tofu - bring a small saucepan of water to a boil.
3
Add tofu and gently simmer over medium heat, turning occasionally, for 1 minute; drain to remove excess oil.
4
Cut tofu diagonally in half and slice each half into thin strips.
5
Combine the vinegar, sucanat, sake, soy sauce, and salt in a small bowl.
6
Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
7
Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
8
Add carrots and tofu strips and saute until the carrots are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
9
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the soy mixture.
10
Cook carrots and tofu for 2 more minutes, or until tender.
11
Turn off heat, stir in the sesame seeds, and drizzle with toasted sesame oil.
12
Transfer to small serving dish.

214

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 pieces baked tofu, 2 3x5 inch rectangles of, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons sucanat, 2 teaspoons sake, and more.

Yes, Carrot-Tofu Dish 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.

Carrot-Tofu Dish

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