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Crispy pan-seared tofu braised in a savory-sweet soy sauce glaze with garlic, ginger, and green onions. This easy, flavor-packed dish comes together in under 30 minutes and is perfect served over steamed rice with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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•   1 14 oz firm tofu (block)
•   1 tbsp oil
•   4 cloves garlic (minced)
•   1 tbsp ginger (freshly grated)
•   4 green onions (sliced and divided into greens and whites)
•   1/4 cup soy sauce
•   1/4 cup brown sugar
•   2 tbsp tomato paste
•   1 tbsp cornstarch
•   2 tbsp water
•   rice (to serve)
•   sesame seeds (to serve)

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

1. If serving with rice, start cooking it now.
2. Drain firm tofu, dry it well, and cut into bite-sized cubes.
3. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.
4. If no oil remains in the pan, add a splash. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of sliced green onions. Cook until soft and fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
5. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and tomato paste, bringing to a gentle simmer.
6. In a separate small bowl, stir together cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Add it to the pan and stir well, cooking at a simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Reduce heat to low. Transfer the crispy tofu back to the pan, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Serve warm over rice, topped with the reserved green parts of the green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.