Black Pepper Free Vegan Sesame Tofu

Total time45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tofu

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
2 tbsp cornstarch
¼ tsp salt
2 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado or canola oil)

For the sauce

3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
¼ cup water
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For serving

2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
3 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1
Drain the tofu and press it firmly between several layers of paper towels, pressing down with your hands or a heavy pan, for about 10 minutes until most surface moisture is removed. Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, maple syrup, rice vinegar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, garlic, ginger, water, and red pepper flakes, if using, until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.

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