Seared Tofu With Gingered Vegetables Recipe

Name: Seared Tofu With Gingered Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound reduced-fat extrafirm tofu; 1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag long-grain rice; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided; 1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic; 1 tablespoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World); 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 cup sliced green onions, divided; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; Cooking spray; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted; 1 cup radish sprouts

Servings: persons

1 pound reduced-fat extrafirm tofu
1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag long-grain rice
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 tablespoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced green onions, divided
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 cup radish sprouts

1
Place tofu on several layers of paper towels; let stand 10 minutes. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes.
2
Prepare rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt to rice; fluff with a fork.
3
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, and bell pepper to pan; saute for 3 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup onions, vinegar, and soy sauce; cook for 30 seconds. Remove from pan. Wipe skillet with paper towels; recoat pan with cooking spray.
4
Place pan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle tofu with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Add tofu to pan; cook 8 minutes or until golden, turning to brown on all sides. Return bell pepper mixture to pan, and cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Drizzle tofu mixture with remaining 1 teaspoon oil; top with sesame seeds. Serve tofu mixture with rice; top with sprouts and remaining 1/4 cup onions.

188

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound reduced-fat extrafirm tofu, 1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag long-grain rice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Seared Tofu With Gingered Vegetables 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.

Seared Tofu With Gingered Vegetables

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