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30-Minute Vegan Pan-Fried Teriyaki Tofu Recipe

Try this 30-Minute Vegan Pan-Fried Teriyaki Tofu recipe for a quick, pan-fried tofu coated in a flavorful sauce - a go-to for busy days!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1 serving

Equipment

  • Fine Hole Grater
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu

  • ½ block extra-firm tofu chopped into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • ½ tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 medium clove garlic finely grated
  • ½ tsp fresh ginger finely grated
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

For the Garnish

  • 1 tsp white sesame seeds
  • ⅓ green onion chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss the chopped tofu with the cornstarch.
  • Add the oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the coated tofu.
  • Turn the heat to medium-low. Let it pan-fry for ~4 minutes on each side. It may take longer if the skillet is not big enough (so the tofu is not as evenly spread out).
  • Evenly pour the sauce over top of the tofu. Stir to coat, and let the tofu cook for another few minutes per side to thicken the sauce. Make sure to flip it over and cook both sides.
  • Once done, remove from heat. Serve over whole grains, such as rice, with white sesame seeds and green onions sprinkled over top.

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