SPICY, CRISP TOFU ON MINT-AVOCADO SALAD

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Spicy, Crisp Tofu on Mint-Avocado Salad image

A study in contrasts, this dish has both crunchy and smooth textures, as well as hot and cool flavors.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package regular tofu, firm or extra-firm, drained
1/3 cup spicy Asian chile sauce, plus 1/2 teaspoon for dressing
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt
1 cup panko
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 heads butterhead lettuce, washed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup fresh whole mint leaves
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced lengthwise

Steps:

  • Cut the tofu in half horizontally (slicing parallel to work surface). Keep the tofu stacked; cut crosswise in half to make 4 rectangles. Cut each rectangle into 2 triangles. Press).
  • In a large bowl whisk together 1/2 teaspoon chili sauce, orange zest, orange juice, and olive oil. Season the mixture with salt to taste. Set aside.
  • Pour the remaining 1/3 cup chile sauce into a shallow bowl. Place the panko in a separate shallow bowl. Piece by piece, gently coat the tofu in the chile sauce and then the panko, patting it on each piece to coat.
  • In a large, nonstick skillet, heat half the canola oil over medium heat. Gently place half the tofu in skillet. Pan-fry the tofu, turning once, until outsides are crisp and brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat. Repeat the process with remaining oil and tofu.
  • Add lettuce and mint to bowl with dressing; toss to coat. Place equal mounds of salad in center of four plates; fan avocado slices on top. Arrange 2 tofu triangles next to the avocado and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 g, Fat 34 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 19 g

Elizabeth Asencio
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the tofu was crispy and the salad was delicious.


hssen Hasnetaa
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I loved the crispy tofu and the flavorful salad. This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal.


Jonathan Fasano
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was a great addition.


Shirley
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The tofu was crispy and the salad was flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Caeden Brown
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu, and this recipe was a great find. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was a perfect complement.


Molly Bastard
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This dish was a hit with my family. The tofu was crispy and the salad was delicious. We'll definitely be making this again.


Dustin Klempke
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I was looking for a new tofu recipe and this one didn't disappoint. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was a great complement.


ADAMU ISA ABDULLAHI
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This recipe is a keeper! The tofu was crispy and the salad was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Matiullah Saab
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was a great addition.


Abubakar Bilyaminu
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The tofu was crispy and the salad was flavorful.


SK movie
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was delicious.


kekk gamer
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So good! The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the salad was a perfect complement.


Samran Ranjha
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This was a really easy recipe to follow, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Enzi Sevilla
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I loved the combination of textures and flavors in this dish. The crispy tofu was a great contrast to the soft avocado and creamy dressing.


Meg Tyvan
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The tofu was crispy and flavorful. The salad was a great complement, with the avocado and mint providing a nice balance to the heat of the tofu.


Rizwan Khan
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This tofu dish was an explosion of flavors! The crispy tofu paired perfectly with the creamy avocado and refreshing mint in the salad. I'll definitely be making this again.