CARAMELIZED TOFU WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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Categories     Tofu

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound extra firm tofu
1/2 Cup brown rice
2/3-1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic
2 Tablespoons cilantro
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Optional toppings: More soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, chopped scallions, peanuts.

Steps:

  • 1) Press tofu block between a few paper towels. Put a cutting board on top with something heavy to press out liquid. Let sit for 10 minutes. 2) Chop tofu into strips and marinate in a few tablespoons of soy sauce. 3) Prep all other ingredients. Cook rice, roughly chop brussel sprouts, and chop cilantro, garlic, etc. 4) Add a few Tablespoons of vegetable oil to a hot pan (a wok or nonstick pan works best). Add tofu in a single layer and let cook for a few minutes on high heat until the tofu starts to brown. 5) Turn tofu and brown on the second side. 6) After cooking for a few minutes on each side, add brown sugar and toss to coat tofu in sugar. Cook for a few minutes until tofu caramelizes. 7) Remove tofu and sprinkle with cilantro. 8) Add sprouts to hot pan (don't wash it) and cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. 9) Add garlic and rice and if pan is really try, a bit more oil. Season with salt and pepper and cook until sprouts are tender and some will be browned. 10) Serve tofu over sprouts with toppings of choice.

PARRATJIE “PARRATJIE” PRAGTIG
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the crispy tofu. I will definitely be making this again!


Makhdoom x99
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if the sauce had been less sugary. Otherwise, the dish was very good.


zhynaia khey
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I tried this recipe last night and it was delicious! The tofu was perfectly caramelized and the brussels sprouts were roasted to perfection. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


hina Anas
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This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the crispy tofu and roasted brussels sprouts. The sauce was also delicious and added a nice touch of sweetness and spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Angel stydio
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The tofu was so crispy and flavorful, and the brussels sprouts were perfectly roasted. I loved the combination of flavors and textures in this dish.


Dionysus Frederick
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This caramelized tofu with brussels sprouts dish was an absolute delight! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the brussels sprouts were roasted to perfection. The combination of flavors was amazing, with the sweetness o