China Sesame Tofu Crunch
Just like it sounds, sesame tofu crunch consists of tofu marinated in a tangy sesame sauce before being fried until crispy on the outside. The complementary flavors of ginger, sesame oil, and soy sauce infuse the tofu. Serve this dish warm to enjoy the contrasting textures and flavors.
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time
5 minutes
+ 30 minutes resting
+ 30 minutes resting
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
50 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 16 oz (453 g) tofu
- 1 tsp (5 ml) chopped fresh ginger
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) roasted sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tsp (5 ml) sea salt
- ½ cup (120 ml) peanut oil
- ¼ cup (37 g) toasted sesame seeds, divided
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of ground black pepper
Directions
- Drain tofu and cut into strips about ½-inch (1.3-cm) thick by 2 inches (5 cm) long.
- Place tofu on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess water.
- Stir together ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sea salt in an oblong glass dish.
- Add tofu and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Pour peanut oil into a skillet set over medium heat.
- Sprinkle half the roasted sesame seeds on a plate.
- Lift tofu from marinade and coat it in sesame seeds on all sides.
- Add tofu to the hot oil once it starts smoking.
- Fry tofu for about 2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Transfer fried tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Sprinkle tofu with sea salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
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