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glazed teriyaki tofu cubes in a wide horizontal shot, glossy golden tofu over rice sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onion, served in a shallow bowl on a bamboo mat, warm natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Tofu Teriyaki

Cubes of tofu that have been pan-fried to a golden brown and then a sticky teriyaki glaze is added for an easy, meatless meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz firm tofu cubed
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cube and toss with cornstarch.
  2. Pan-fry the tofu in oil until golden and crisp on all sides.
  3. Stir the soy sauce, mirin, and sugar together for the glaze.
  4. Pour the glaze over the tofu and toss until it thickens and coats every piece.
  5. Finish with sesame seeds and serve over rice.

Notes

Pressing the tofu well is the secret to crispy edges instead of soggy ones.