GOLDEN TOFU SALAD WITH CARROTS AND HIJIKI
The mild hijiki is a great way to introduce seaweed to wary family and friends. This was my favorite recipe from the Whole Foods class I took in Spring of 2003 at Bastyr University. Careful - the salad is highly addictive!
Provided by BelovedRooster
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, soak hijiki for 10 minutes.
- Once rehydrated, simmer the seaweed uncovered for 20 minutes or until the water has evaporated.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Meanwhile, drain the tofu and slice the cake horizontally.
- Place between sheets of paper towels and put on a cutting board with a heavy weight atop the tofu to press away excess water.
- A cast iron skillet or heavy book is ideal.
- Drain the tofu for at least 15 minutes.
- Cut into cubes and brown evenly on all sides using 1 tabblespoon of sesame oil.
- Remove from pan and sprinkle with tamari.
- Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, ginger, and salt.
- Add seaweed, tofu, and veggies.
- Toss well and allow flavors to marry for at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 504.2, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 7.9
GOLDEN SESAME TOFU
Have you ever tried the golden sesame tofu from Whole Foods? Yum. Here is a copycat recipe that may even be better. The secret here is the cornstarch, it gives the tofu its chewy coating, but you have to sprinkle it over the tofu evenly and with a light hand; otherwise it'll get gloppy(using a wire mesh works well). You'll find toasted sesame oil and mirin(or you can sub rice wine vinegar) in the Asian sections of well-stocked supermarkets. Adapted from Dianacooks. Thanks Diana!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a fry pan over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds and toast until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove pan from heat and place sesame seeds in small bowl to cool.
- Remove tofu from package and drain. Press the tofu gently between the palms of your hands to squeeze out water, then wrap the tofu in paper towels, place it on a plate, then put a another plate on top of it. Place a 28-oz. can of tomatoes or a cast iron fry pan on the plate. This will press out any remaining water from the tofu. Let sit for about 20 minutes.
- Unwrap the tofu and slice into eight rectangular slices. To make even slices, slice the block of tofu in half, then half each half, and then half each quarter. Then dust the slices with tofu evenly with cornstarch on all sides.
- Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in fry pan over medium high heat. Add the tofu slices, but don't crowd the pan. You might have to fry in batches. Fry until the tofu is a light golden color, approximately 2 minutes, then turn the tofu over to cook another 2 minutes on the other side. Remove to drain on paper towels. If frying in batches, add more oil to the pan. It's normal for the tofu to splatter, so wear an apron if you don't want to ruin your clothes.
- While the tofu is frying, stir together the agave nectar or honey, soy sauce, gingerroot, sesame oil, mirin(or rice wine vinegar) and garlic together in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until slightly syrupy, about 5 minutes or so. Add chopped scallions and toss lightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Place tofu in glass bowl to hold. Pour sauce over tofu and turn to coat. Sprinkle tofu with toasted sesame seeds and turn again to coat. Season with crushed red chili flakes.
- Can be served warm or chilled. Will keep for about 5 days refrigerated.
- Enjoy!
- Note:.
- I had accidently bought cubed tofu, so used that, and it turned out great! This would be wonderful in a stir fry or used as "chicken" in a recipe. I couldn't get mirin, so used rice wine vinegar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.7, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 814.4, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1, Protein 11.3
JAPANESE TOFU SALAD
Here is a simple way of incorporating tofu into your diet. You can certainly play around with this recipe, adding whatever you like, I garnish mine with lime wedges.
Provided by JOSIE
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place tofu between two plates, and weigh down with a heavy book. Allow tofu to drain for 1 hour, pouring out the expelled liquid every 20 minutes.
- Whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Heat the oil in a small pan over medium heat, stir in the garlic and ginger, and gently cook until lightly golden; stir into the soy sauce mixture.
- Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces, and toss together with the tomato, onion, and cilantro. Pour in the dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 695.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
ASIAN TOFU SALAD
From RealAge: "The best thing about tofu - besides its nutritional value - is the way it carries other flavors, such as the tanginess of this sesame dressing. Serve this warm salad with crunchy breadsticks and a tall glass of iced jasmine tea."
Provided by Anomalyk
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk canola oil, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and salt in a bowl.
- Place tofu and 2 tablespoons of the dressing in a large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes total. Remove from the heat, add 1 tablespoon of the dressing to the pan and stir to coat.
- Toss greens, carrots and cucumber with the remaining dressing. Serve immediately, topped with the warm tofu.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.8, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 413.7, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 7.6, Protein 9.1
TOFU SALAD
This salad has tofu, snow peas, ginger and garlic!
Provided by JeanieMomof3
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the chili sauce, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Place tofu in the mixture, and marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Immerse the snow peas in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then immerse in a a bowl of cold water. Drain, and set aside.
- Toss the peas, carrots, cabbage, and peanuts with the tofu and marinade to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 295.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
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