Name: Sesame tofu stir-fry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2 tbsp white rice; 1/3 cup water; 11 oz extra firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch; 1 tsp canola oil; 2.5 oz broccoli, cut into small florets; 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 3/4 tsp rice vinegar; 1/4 tsp honey; 1/2 tsp sesame oil; 2 tsp ginger, grated; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp sesame seeds; 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min

In a small saucepan, combine the rice, 1/4 cup of the water, and a pinch of the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to the lowest heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. Done when water is absorbed and rice is tender.
Place the tofu cubes between layers of paper towels on a plate. Place a heavy skillet or weight on top and let press for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture. Pat the cubes thoroughly dry with a fresh towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until the honey is dissolved.
Toss the dried tofu cubes with cornstarch and a pinch of salt until evenly coated. Heat the canola oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes until a crust forms, then flip and cook for 5 minutes more, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp. Transfer tofu to a plate. Done when tofu is golden and crisp on all sides.
Add the broccoli and bell pepper to the same skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the remaining 2 tbsp of water and cover with a lid. Steam for 2 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and fork-tender. Done when broccoli is bright green and just fork-tender.
Uncover the skillet and return the tofu. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss constantly for 1 minute until the sauce reduces to a light glaze that coats everything. Serve the stir-fry over the rice and garnish with sesame seeds.

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