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Fried tofu with tahini sauce served on a plate
Nutritious and tasty fried tofu with tahini sauce

Crispy Tofu with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Quick Meals Appetizers
This recipe brings together two Middle Eastern staples: sesame and lemon in a creamy dressing. Tahini is dense and oily on its own, but mixed with water and lemon juice, it transforms into a wonderful, fluffy emulsion. This rich sauce coats the crispy, salty tofu, creating a simple yet nourishing and satisfying dish.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 320 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Marinating bowl
  • Skillet
  • Small whisk or fork for sauce

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame
⚠️ Soy

Instructions

1 ✓

Press tofu, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, and toss in soy sauce. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Tip: Soy sauce saltiness flavors the tofu deeply.
2 ✓

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove tofu from marinade (pat dry if very wet) and fry until golden on all sides.

Tip: It's done when it has a crispy crust.
3 ✓

Make tahini sauce: mix tahini, lemon juice, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper. You'll see it thicken.

4 ✓

Add cold water tablespoon by tablespoon, mixing constantly, until you reach a pourable, yogurt-like consistency.

Tip: Cold water helps achieve the best creamy emulsion.
5 ✓

Plate the fried tofu and drizzle generously with the creamy sauce. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh parsley.

Tip: Toasted seeds add extra crunch and roasted flavor.

Recipe FAQ

My tahini sauce clumped up, what do I do?
Don't panic! Tahini 'seizes' when it first touches water. Add a little more water and keep mixing – it will suddenly smooth out and become creamy.
The tahini is bitter, is that normal?
Sesame hulls can give a slight bitterness. Lemon acidity and a pinch of salt (maybe a drop of honey) balance this perfectly.

Ingredients

  • 7 oz Firm Tofu
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for frying)
  • 3 tbsp Tahini
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 3-4 tbsp Cold Water
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds