MAPLE-LEMON TOFU

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A version of this recipe circulates online as Matthew's Delicious Tofu. It has ginger and less lemon. I like it better the way I make it. It's one of the few dishes where I use lemon juice but not the zest. I'm not really going for the lemon flavor as much as the tartness. In fact, you could use rice vinegar instead if that's what you've got.

Provided by benandbirdy

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Tofu

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, very finely minced
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons thinly sliced chives or scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Wrap tofu in a clean dish towel and weight it with something heavy, such as a large can; leave it to drain for 30 minutes.
  • Slice tofu crosswise into 12 skinny slices, then cut those in half so you end up with 24 skinny half slices.
  • Mix maple syrup, soy sauce, and lemon juice together in a bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Arrange tofu in a single layer in skillet and cook, undisturbed, until golden and crisp on bottom, 5 to 7 minutes. (It won't get very dark, but it will look nice and appetizing.) Turn all pieces over and cook another 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low, add garlic and cook, moving garlic around with a spatula in spaces between tofu, 1 minute.
  • Increase heat to medium-low. Add maple syrup, soy sauce, and lemon juice, shaking to distribute sauce. Cook a minute or so, then turn and cook another minute or so, until sauce is reduced to a syrupy glaze and tofu looks nicely coated. Transfer tofu to plates and scatter with chives or scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 273.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

Laureen Murugi
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Navin Narayan
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat tofu. My kids love the sweet and tangy sauce.


Kalungi Ronald
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Omat Ali
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I've tried a lot of tofu recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of maple and lemon is perfect.


Sanjib Rai
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This is my go-to tofu recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Aa Ss
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I'm not usually a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was so flavorful and the sauce was incredible.


zara bello
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu. It's also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


alexxxinitt
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The sauce is amazing! I could drink it straight from the jar.


Dumisa Maqosha
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I've made this tofu recipe a few times now and it never disappoints. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Ikhtesham Dawar
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This maple lemon tofu was a hit! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.