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Grilled tofu with ginger glaze
Tasty tofu with ginger dressing and toasted sesame seeds

Ginger-Glazed Grilled Tofu

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
The heat of ginger and the acidity of lime cleanse the palate, making every bite feel fresh. The honey-soy glaze caramelizes on the tofu surface towards the end of cooking, creating that sticky, shiny coating we love so much in Asian cuisine.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian Inspired

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Grater: For the ginger.
  • Skillet.
  • Paper Towels.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Slice the tofu and press firmly with paper towels to remove moisture.

Tip: If you have time, press it with a weight for 15 minutes for better texture.
2 ✓

Make the marinade: mix the soy sauce, grated ginger, crushed garlic, honey, and lime juice. Set half of it aside for dipping/dressing.

Tip: Honey helps with caramelization but burns easily, so watch it carefully during cooking.
3 ✓

Toss the tofu in the remaining marinade and let sit for 15 minutes.

Tip: Salty marinades can draw water out of tofu, so marinate right before cooking.
4 ✓

Heat oil in a skillet. Remove tofu from the marinade (reserve the liquid) and fry for 3-4 minutes per side over medium heat until golden brown.

Tip: If you poured it in with the liquid, it would steam. Only put the tofu in the pan!
5 ✓

In the last minute of cooking, pour the remaining marinade from the bowl over the tofu and let it glaze onto the surface.

Tip: This is the "glazing" step that makes it shiny and sticky.
6 ✓

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan. To serve, sprinkle tofu with sesame seeds and cilantro, and serve with the reserved fresh dressing.

Tip: The acidity of the fresh dressing balances the richness of the fried tofu.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use ground ginger?
In this recipe, the juiciness and heat of fresh ginger are key; the powdered version is too dull. Stick to fresh if possible!
I'm vegan, what can I use instead of honey?
Agave syrup or maple syrup are perfect alternatives and caramelize just as well.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Firm Tofu
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 piece Fresh Ginger (1 inch, grated)
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Honey (or Agave Syrup)
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 whole Lime (Juice)
  • 1/3 oz Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper