Sesame-Coated Tofu With Spicy Broccoli

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   Cover a cutting board with paper towels or towels.

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   Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch-wide by 1/2-inch-thick long strips.

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   Place the tofu on the cutting board and lay a weight such as a heavy frying pan on top.

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   Drain for 20 to 30 minutes.

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   Steam the broccoli until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes, then plunge into a bowl of ice water.

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   Drain and set aside.

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   In a small, shallow bowl, combine the tahini, 1 tablespoon of the tamari, and enough water to make a smooth sauce.

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   Place the sesame seeds on a plate.

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   Dredge the tofu strips in the tahini mixture, then coat with the sesame seeds.

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    Heat 1 tablespoon of the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

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    Working with batches, add the tofu strips and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total.

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    Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm.

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    Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon peanut oil in the same skillet over medium heat.

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    Add the red pepper flakes and broccoli and stir-fry until hot, about 2 minutes.

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    Splash with the remaining 1 tablespoon tamari and spoon the broccoli over the tofu.

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    Drizzle the sesame oil over all and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.