Japanese Tofu Salad



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Prep Time:
35 mins

Cook Time:
5 mins

Additional Time:
1 hr

Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins

Servings:
4


Ingredients

  • 1(14 ounce) packagefirm tofu, drained
  • 3tablespoonssoy sauce
  • 1tablespoonmirin (sweetened rice wine)
  • 1tablespoonrice vinegar
  • 2teaspoonssesame oil, or to taste
  • 2tablespoonsvegetable oil
  • 2clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1teaspoonminced fresh ginger
  • 1largetomato, seeded and chopped
  • 1smallred onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼cupchopped cilantro
  • 1tablespoonsesame seeds

  • Directions

    Place tofu between two plates. Place a heavy book on top and let sit until tofu has drained, about 1 hour, pouring out expelled liquid every 20 minutes.

    Whisk together soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.

    Heat vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; gently stir and cook until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir into soy sauce mixture.

    Cut pressed tofu into bite-sized pieces, then place into a bowl with tomato, onion, and cilantro. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    272

    Calories

    19g

    Fat

    11g

    Carbs

    18g

    Protein

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