Tofu Sauce

This versatile Tofu Sauce offers a balanced blend of salty, sweet, and savory flavors, making it an ideal companion for plant-based cooking. The base combines salt-reduced soy sauce for depth with mirin for a subtle sweetness and glossy finish. While the title suggests a sauce, the ingredients list implies a complete dish featuring firm tofu, crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes and yellow capsicum, and tender baby pak choi. The sauce clings beautifully to the tofu cubes, while the fresh vegetables provide texture and brightness. It is a quick, nutritious meal that works well for weeknight dinners or light lunches. The combination of traditional Asian ingredients creates a comforting, home-style flavor profile that is both simple to prepare and satisfying to eat. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, wholesome dish.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 69.8

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This versatile Tofu Sauce offers a balanced blend of salty, sweet, and savory flavors, making it an ideal companion for plant-based cooking. The base combines salt-reduced soy sauce for depth with mirin for a subtle sweetness and glossy finish. While the title suggests a sauce, the ingredients list implies a complete dish featuring firm tofu, crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes and yellow capsicum, and tender baby pak choi. The sauce clings beautifully to the tofu cubes, while the fresh vegetables provide texture and brightness. It is a quick, nutritious meal that works well for weeknight dinners or light lunches. The combination of traditional Asian ingredients creates a comforting, home-style flavor profile that is both simple to prepare and satisfying to eat. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, wholesome dish.

Ingredients

KJ; 15g fat (8g sat) ; 19g protein;
g carbohydrate; 8g fibre a serve
g firm tofu, cut into 24 cubes
2 Green onions, cut into 2cm lengths,
8 Cherry tomatoes
1 Yellow capsicum, cut into 16 cubes
8 Bamboo skewers, soaked
2 Tablespoons mirin
1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1 Bunch baby pack choy, trimmed,

Directions

1
Drain the firm tofu and press gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut into 24 even cubes.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the salt-reduced soy sauce and mirin to create the sauce.
3
Thread the tofu cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers, alternating with cherry tomatoes and yellow capsicum cubes if desired.
4
Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the pan.
5
Cook the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until the tofu is lightly browned and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6
Meanwhile, blanch the baby pak choi in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain well.
7
Brush the tofu skewers generously with the soy-mirin sauce mixture during the last minute of cooking.
8
Serve the glazed tofu skewers over cooked long-grain rice, garnished with sliced green onions and the blanched pak choi.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 69.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 13.9g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 2.4g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure bamboo skewers are soaked in water for at least 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.

For a richer flavor, marinate the tofu cubes in the soy-mirin mixture for 15-20 minutes before skewering.

This dish can be served as a main course with extra steamed vegetables or as a side dish to grilled proteins.

Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before using.

Keywords: tofu, sauce, soy sauce, mirin, vegan, gluten-free, quick meal, stir-fry, skewers, healthy, asian-inspired, plant-based, easy, dinner, lunch

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