PAN FRIED SESAME TOFU WITH BROCCOLI

I had a large triumph these days. I finally with success created bean curd. I’ve tried change of state with bean curd within the past and will ne'er very get the picture to be the correct flavor or texture. after I sauteed it in a very cooking pan it might fall aside, after I baked it within the kitchen appliance it might be bland and lifeless. Today, though, these days was 100% success! This Pan deep-fried benny bean curd with Broccoli had texture, it had flavor, and none of that bland mushiness that I’ve forever terminated up with within the past!

The technique involves pressing out excess liquid, seasoning with salt (or marinating), coating with amylum, so shallow pan cookery till golden and crisp everywhere. i actually wasn’t ready for simply however nice and crisp the bean curd would prove. it absolutely was merely wonderful. even as sensible as cooked (IMHO)!!

Now that i do know the way to do that, I can’t wait to experiment with additional flavors. I seasoned this bean curd with simply a pinch of salt, knowing that i used to be on the point of drench it in delectable benny sauce, however I still couldn’t stop pop the naked cubes into my mouth. They were thus sensible even on their own! I will solely imagine however sensible they’ll be with alternative flavors. keep tuned as a result of that's positively about to be happening in my room within the close to future.

INGREDIENTS

SAUCE

• 1/4 cup soy sauce ($0.20)
• 2 Tbsp water ($0.00)
• 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil ($0.33)
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar ($0.08)
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar ($0.22)
• 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger ($0.10)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced ($0.16)
• 2 Tbsp sesame seeds ($0.15)
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch ($0.04)

STIR FRY

• 14 oz block extra-firm tofu ($1.99)
• Pinch of salt ($0.02)
• 2 Tbsp cornstarch ($0.08)
• 2 Tbsp neutral oil (vegetable, canola, peanut) ($0.04)
• 1/2 lb frozen broccoli florets ($1.00)
• 3-4 green onions, sliced ($0.23)
• 4 cups cooked rice ($0.88)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place a few folded paper towels or a clean, lint-free dish cloth on a large plate. Remove the tofu from the package and place it on the towels. Place more towels on top, cover with a second plate, and then weigh the top plate down with a few canned goods or a pot filled with water. Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to extract excess water (refrigerate if pressing for longer).
2. While the tofu is pressing, prepare the sauce so that the flavors have time to blend. In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, water, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame seeds, and cornstarch. Stir until the brown sugar and cornstarch are dissolved, then set the sauce aside.
3. Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes, then season with a pinch of salt. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp cornstarch over the cubes, then toss to coat. Repeat with the second tablespoon of cornstarch, or until the tofu cubes have a nice even coating of cornstarch.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium flame. Once hot, add 2 Tbsp oil and tilt the skillet until the bottom is coated in a thick layer of oil. Add the dusted tofu cubes and let cook until golden brown on the bottom. Use a spatula to turn the cubes to an uncooked side, and cook until golden brown again. Continue this process until brown and crispy on all sides, then remove the crispy tofu to a clean plate.
5. Add the frozen broccoli to the hot skillet and briefly stir fry until slightly browned on the edges. Don't worry if it's not thawed through yet, it will warm through after adding the sauce. Lower the heat to medium-low.
6. Give the bowl of sauce a good stir, then pour it into the skillet with the broccoli. Stir and cook until the sauce begins to bubble and thicken (this should happen very quickly). Once thickened, turn off the heat and stir in the cooked tofu cubes.
7. Serve the tofu and broccoli over a bed of cooked rice, topped with sliced green onions

Recipe From : Budget Bytes