Spice-roasted Tofu Fillets with Jade Pesto Recipe

Name: Spice-roasted Tofu Fillets with Jade Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 16-oz. pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained, rinsed, and cut into 3 slabs each; 1/2 cup soybean oil; 6 Tbs. dry southwest, jerk, or Cajun spice blend; 4 Tbs. tamari or low-sodium soy sauce; 4 tsp. toasted sesame oil; 6 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 2 cups loosely packed cilantro leaves; 4 whole green onions, chopped ( 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup soybean oil; 4 Tbs. peeled and chopped fresh ginger; 4 small cloves garlic; 2 tsp. rice wine vinegar; 2 tsp. prepared wasabi, optional; ⅛ tsp. white pepper

Servings: persons

2 16-oz. pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained, rinsed, and cut into 3 slabs each
1/2 cup soybean oil
6 Tbs. dry southwest, jerk, or Cajun spice blend
4 Tbs. tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
4 tsp. toasted sesame oil
6 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
2 cups loosely packed cilantro leaves
4 whole green onions, chopped ( 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup soybean oil
4 Tbs. peeled and chopped fresh ginger
4 small cloves garlic
2 tsp. rice wine vinegar
2 tsp. prepared wasabi, optional
⅛ tsp. white pepper

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To make Tofu Fillets:
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Place tofu slabs in large shallow dish.
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Whisk together soybean oil, spice blend, tamari, and sesame oil.
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Pour over tofu slabs, and chill 1 hour, or overnight.
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Coat baking sheet with cooking spray, and arrange tofu slabs on prepared baking sheet.
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Bake tofu 12 minutes, or until beginning to brown.
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Remove, and cool.
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To make Pesto:
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Puree all ingredients with 1/2 cup water in food processor or blender until smooth.
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Slice each tofu slab into 2 triangles.
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Top with Pesto.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 16-oz. pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained, rinsed, and cut into 3 slabs each, 1/2 cup soybean oil, 6 Tbs. dry southwest, jerk, or Cajun spice blend, 4 Tbs. tamari or low-sodium soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Spice-roasted Tofu Fillets with Jade Pesto 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-roasted Tofu Fillets with Jade Pesto

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