Tofu Steaks With Shiitakes And Veggies Recipe

Name: Tofu Steaks With Shiitakes And Veggies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained; 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided; 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided; 1 cup julienne-cut red bell pepper; 1 cup matchstick-cut carrot; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 (5-ounce) package presliced shiitake mushrooms; 1/2 cup organic vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided
3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided
1 cup julienne-cut red bell pepper
1 cup matchstick-cut carrot
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 (5-ounce) package presliced shiitake mushrooms
1/2 cup organic vegetable broth
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Cooking spray

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Cut tofu in half crosswise and again in half lengthwise. Pierce tofu liberally with a fork. Place in a shallow dish. Combine 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon soy sauce in a small bowl. Pour soy mixture over tofu; let stand 15 minutes, turning once. Set aside.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil; swirl to coat. Add bell pepper, carrot, and salt; saute 3 minutes. Remove from pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil; swirl to coat. Add garlic and mushrooms; saute 4 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, broth, and next 3 ingredients. Simmer 3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat.
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Remove tofu from marinade; reserve marinade. Heat a grill pan over high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add tofu to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Arrange 1 tofu steak on each of 4 plates; top each serving with about 1/3 cup carrot mixture and about 2 tablespoons mushroom mixture.
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317

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained, 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided, 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided, 1 cup julienne-cut red bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Tofu Steaks With Shiitakes And Veggies 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.

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Tofu Steaks With Shiitakes And Veggies

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