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Spice-Crusted Tofu Steaks

Spice-Crusted Tofu Steaks
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Ingredients

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  • 1 packet firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp paprika (spicy paprika optional but a great idea!)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • 1 packet truvia, optional
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

Toppings

  • scallions
  • cilantro
  • nigella seeds
  • sriracha

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, cardamom, paprika, and truvia.
  3. Rub it all over the tofu and set the tofu aside.
  4. Heat a heavy bottomed pan over a medium-high flame until you cannot put your hand 3 inches above it.
  5. Sear the tofu about 2-3 minutes on all sides. The goal is to create a nice crust, not to cook it. Once the tofu is heated on all sides, lower the flame to medium and pour the soy sauce and sesame oil on top of the tofu and allow the entire block to become coated. Careful, the pan will emit steam which will be hot.
  6. Transfer the tofu to the oven and cook for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Allow the tofu to cool for 2-3 minutes before sprinkling scallions, cilantro, nigella seeds, and sriracha on top. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For the Optavia health plan, this recipe is: 1 leaner, 3 condiments, 1 healthy fat, some green (if you top with scallions and cilantro).

Find it online: https://melindastrauss.com/2018/01/03/spice-crusted-tofu-steaks/