MARA'S TOFU WITH MIXED GRAINS
With only a few steps and five main ingredients, this simple dish barely requires a recipe, but the results are simultaneously nourishing and deeply satisfying. Steeped in aminos (soy sauce's unfermented cousin), the semisoft tofu melts away with each bite, leaving behind a steamy, satisfying contrail of salt and umami. The coconut oil lends a trace of its sweet, tropical aroma as it yields a crisp, lacy crust. Mixed with quinoa, the rice becomes nutty and complex, a chewy counterpoint to the tender tofu. Plus, it's healthful enough to justify a little self-righteousness.
Provided by Samin Nosrat
Categories grains and rice, vegetables, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse and drain rice and quinoa. Cook in a rice cooker with water and salt, or in a heavy-bottomed 2-quart saucepot over medium heat. Cover, and bring to a boil, then reduce to a faint simmer. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes, or until all water has been absorbed.
- Line a baking sheet or large plate with paper towels. Set aside.
- Pat tofu blocks dry, then halve lengthwise. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Drizzle 2 tablespoons aminos onto the bottom of a large, shallow glass or ceramic dish, then lay a layer of tofu in it. Drizzle with another 2 tablespoons of aminos, then layer in remaining tofu, and drizzle with remaining aminos. Marinate for 5 minutes, then rotate and flip tofu slices, and tilt dish to coat evenly. Marinate 5 more minutes. Drain away excess aminos.
- Set a 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick pan over high heat. When the pan is hot, add 2 tablespoons coconut oil. Just as oil begins to smoke, carefully lay in pieces of tofu in a single layer, leaving room between each piece.
- Reduce heat to medium high, do not touch the tofu and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown. Use a thin metal spatula to carefully flip the pieces. Cook the rest the same way, adding more oil as needed.
- Remove cooked tofu to prepared baking sheet, and allow to drain.
- Use a fork to fluff rice and quinoa. Serve tofu with rice. Garnish with cilantro leaves.
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Daibaram Khanal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe looks so good that I might have to give it a try.
Anmol Jannat
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
James Stackhouse
[email protected]I'm always looking for new tofu recipes. I'll definitely give this one a try.
Top Games
[email protected]I'm not sure how I feel about this recipe. It seems like it might be a bit too healthy for my taste.
Andrew Smart
[email protected]I'm intrigued by this recipe. I've never had tofu with mixed grains before.
Umesh Chy
[email protected]I'm glad I read the reviews before I made this recipe. I'll definitely be making some changes before I try it.
Lillian Nkeiruka
[email protected]I'm disappointed that I wasted my time and ingredients on this recipe.
Harris Jordan
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
MOYNUL __ ISLAM
[email protected]This recipe was a complete disaster! The tofu was mushy, the sauce was bland, and the grains were undercooked.
Chhiring
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my tofu turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.
Betty Isaac
[email protected]Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't wow me either.
sujan X ZORO
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated for a weeknight meal. I think I'll try it again on a weekend when I have more time.
Bidan debnath
[email protected]The tofu was a bit bland for my taste, but the sauce and grains were delicious.
Nicholas Amoo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.
kyla is annoying
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
nr chaudhari
[email protected]My family loved this dish! It's definitely going into my regular rotation of meals.
Adsial Adsial
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the contrast between the crispy tofu and the soft, fluffy grains.
Natalice Luiz
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind! The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.
Official Blossom
[email protected]This tofu dish was a fantastic weeknight meal! The combination of textures and flavors was perfect, and the mixed grains made it a hearty and satisfying dish.