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Sticky Sesame Tofu & Broccoli

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

This sticky sesame tofu and broccoli dish packs a powerful punch with 18 grams of plant-based protein. This meal features crispy tofu coated in a sticky sesame sauce, paired with tender broccoli and served over short-grain brown rice, although any brown rice or even a whole-grain noodle would work well too.

Ingredients:
  • ½ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1½ teaspoons cornstarch plus ¼ cup, divided
  • 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated (1 teaspoon)
  • 1 large clove garlic, grated (about ½ teaspoon)
  • 1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed (1-inch)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 8 cups)
  • 2 cups hot cooked short-grain brown rice
  • sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Directions:
  1. Whisk ½ cup water, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1 tablespoon each sesame oil and maple syrup, 1½ teaspoons cornstarch and the grated ginger and garlic in a medium bowl until smooth.
  2. Arrange tofu in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt. Gradually sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup cornstarch over the tofu, tossing to coat and pressing gently as needed to adhere. Heat ¼ cup oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer; cook, turning as needed, until golden brown all over, about 10 minutes. Transfer, using a slotted spoon, to a paper-towel-lined plate; reserve the remaining oil in the pan.
  3. Add broccoli and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt to the pan; cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until bright green and slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Add the soy sauce mixture and the tofu; cook, gently stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened and the tofu and broccoli are well coated, about 2 minutes. Serve over 2 cups rice; garnish with scallions, sesame seeds and additional toasted sesame oil, if desired.
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