Spice-Crusted Tofu Recipe

Name: Spice-Crusted Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pine nuts or 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste); 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu; 3 tablespoons boiling water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 teaspoons honey; 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons pine nuts or 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu
3 tablespoons boiling water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

1
In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast pine nuts, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant (~2 minutes). Transfer to a bowl to cool.
2
In a small bowl, mix paprika, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper.
3
Drain tofu and pat dry with paper towels. Cut crosswise into eight 1/2-inch thick slices.
4
Dredge the tofu liberally with the spice mixture, coating all sides.
5
In a small bowl, mix boiling water, lemon juice and honey.
6
In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Swirl to coat the bottom.
7
Add tofu and cook on one side until brown and crusty (~4 minutes). Flip and cook the other side (~3 minutes).
8
Add honey mixture to the pan and quickly shake to coat the tofu. It will BUBBLE UP and EVAPORATE VERY QUICKLY.
9
Serve immediately, sprinkled with toasted pine nuts.

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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: 3 tablespoons pine nuts or 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spice-Crusted Tofu 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.

Spice-Crusted Tofu

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