TOFU WITH SNAP PEAS AND SCALLIONS

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This tofu saute has an Asian flavor and a nice kick from red pepper flakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 14-ounce block soft tofu, quartered
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 ounces sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
2 scallions, thinly sliced, greens and whites separated
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 1/2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon cane sugar
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, cover tofu with water and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add peas and scallion whites and saute, stirring, until peas are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Mix in scallion greens, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and 1 tablespoon water. Season with salt.
  • Drain tofu and divide among plates. Top with pea mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 281 g

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