Tofu with Olives and Preserved Lemon Recipe

Name: Tofu with Olives and Preserved Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbs. vegetable oil; 1 1/2 lb. extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 small onion, finely chopped ( 1/2 cup); 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.); 1 tsp. ground ginger; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 preserved lemon; ⅔ cup green olives; 3 Tbs. finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
2
Sear tofu, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove from pan and drain on paper-towel-lined plate.
4
Saute onion and garlic in same skillet 2 to 3 minutes, or until onion is soft.
5
Stir in ginger and cinnamon, then add broth and tofu.
6
Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring once.
7
Rinse preserved lemon under cold water, discard pulp, and cut peel into small pieces.
8
Stir into tofu mixture with olives and parsley.
9
Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbs. vegetable oil, 1 1/2 lb. extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 small onion, finely chopped ( 1/2 cup), 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.), and more.

Yes, Tofu with Olives and Preserved Lemon 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 with Olives and Preserved Lemon

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