RCI-VG.004.1206.001
Seared Tofu with Orange Glaze
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Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- firm tofu1 lbrinsed and drained
- fresh orange juice1/2 cupstrained (1 to 1 1/2 oranges)
- Tbs. shoyu or soy sauce2 unit
- Tbs. Sake2 unit
- scallion1 unitthinly sliced
- 1/4 cup
- Tbs. plus 1 tsp. vegetable oil1 1/2 unit
- cloves garlic2 mediumthinly sliced
- watercress2 bunchesrinsed well, thick stems removed
- 1 unit
- Few drops of toasted sesame oil1 unit
Method
1
Press the firm tofu between paper towels or clean kitchen towels with a weight on top for 10–15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
2
Cut the pressed tofu into 8 equal slices, about 3/4 inch thick each.
3
Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish and dredge each tofu slice lightly on both sides, shaking off excess flour.
4
Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2 minutes
5
Arrange the floured tofu slices in a single layer and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown, working in batches if necessary. Transfer to a plate.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, shoyu, and sake until combined.
7
Return the skillet to medium heat and add the sliced garlic, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
8
Pour the orange juice mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
1 minutes
9
Return the seared tofu to the skillet and spoon the glaze over each slice, simmering for 2–3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
3 minutes
10
Arrange the rinsed watercress on a serving platter or individual plates as a base.
11
Top the watercress with the glazed tofu slices and drizzle with the remaining glaze from the skillet.
12
Garnish with sliced scallion, sesame seeds, and a few drops of toasted sesame oil before serving.