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Glazed Sesame Tofu over Steamed Rice
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Glazed Sesame Tofu over Steamed Rice

★★★★★ 4.3 (360 ratings)

A Glazed Sesame Tofu, deeply savory and worth the wait, and served over Steamed Rice.

Prep
8 min
Cook
56 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb sesame tofu
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 cup dashi
  • 3 cloves mirin
  • 1 tsp scallions
  • 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the sesame tofu generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the sesame tofu and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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