Tofu Towers Recipe

Name: Tofu Towers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 2 slices firm tofu (2-3cm thick); 1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce; 1/2 level teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil; 1/2 teaspoon light soya sauce; 2 thick slices aubergine; light olive oil; sea salt crystals and freshly ground black pepper; 2 large free-range eggs; 2 large handfuls fresh spinach leaves

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 slices firm tofu (2-3cm thick)
1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce
1/2 level teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
1/2 teaspoon light soya sauce
2 thick slices aubergine
light olive oil
sea salt crystals and freshly ground black pepper
2 large free-range eggs
2 large handfuls fresh spinach leaves

1
Toss the sesame seeds in a pan over a medium heat until toasted and set aside (don't take your eye off them as they burn very quickly).
2
Wrap the tofu slices in kitchen paper and press firmly to absorb most of the water.
3
Mix the chilli sauce, ginger, coconut oil and soy sauce and paint both sides of the tofu slices then put them under a hot grill or on a griddle pan. Cook, turning regularly until they are nicely browned.
4
Coat both sides of the aubergine slices with oil and season with salt and pepper before grilling or griddling as per the tofu. Turn regularly until cooked through and nut brown on both sides.
5
Keep the aubergine and tofu warm while you poach the eggs.
6
Quickly rinse the spinach leaves, microwave or steam until just wilting then dry the leaves in plenty of kitchen paper.
7
To serve, put the aubergine slices on a warmed plate followed by the tofu, the spinach, the sesame seeds and finally the poached eggs.

120

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 2 slices firm tofu (2-3cm thick), 1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce, 1/2 level teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Tofu Towers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tofu Towers

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