Sesame Soy Ginger Infused Veggie Tofu

Sesame Soy with Ginger Infusion Tofu

Ingredients:

1 package of firm Tofu.  

1 head of broccoli, bite size pieces ( I use the Organic pre-packaged broccoli)**I like it slightly steamed, or you can throw it in raw.  whichever you prefer**

1 cup shredded carrots. ( I use the organic pre-sliced into match sticks)

1/8 cup toasted sesame seeds 

sauce:

1/4 cup Tamari or soy sauce

2-3 Tbs TOASTED Sesame oil ( toasted has a richer flavor)

1/8-1/4 cup water

1/8 cup rice vinegar

1/4 cup honey ( I use a few TBS of honey and the rest Stevia to taste…I like it sweet)

fresh ginger about 1inch-2 inch piece (rough cut in pieces that you can discard later)

Heat oven to 350º

Take the Tofu out and set it on a cutting board on top of a paper towel or dish cloth. Then put another cutting board on top and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes so all the water drain out.

Then grab a baking dish and make your sauce.   Taste and adjust as needed.  Sometimes I like it sweeter and add more honey.  If you have to much soy taste, dilute with a splash of water..etc.  just see how you like it!

Grab your tofu and cut it into cubes.  Place the cubes into your baking dish with the sauce and bake it for abut 20-30 minutes to infuse the flavors.  Once it is done, let cool and transfer to a bowl with the broccoli, carrots, and toasted sesame seeds.  (Take the large pieces of ginger out and discard.) Pour the remaining sauce over the veggies & tofu and toss.  Eat and enjoy.  This makes a great cold salad so make extra and have it for lunch or a snack later!

**sometimes my tofu soaks up a lot of my sauce so I just make some more up real quick and toss it in there**

CUT UP AND BAKING IN THE OVEN

YUMMY!!  I LOVE THIS!

If you haven't tried tofu.  You should give it a try.  This dish is so easy and delicious.  My kids love it!

Tofu is relatively high in protein, has little fat, high in iron, calcium, and magnesium.  I has a soft custard like consistency and takes on the flavor of whatever sauce you put with it.  It has been around for 100's, and 100's of years in eastern countries such as Japan and China.  I hope you give this a try!  If you have a great store that has made up salads, look for a tofu salad and give it a try!  If you love it the way we do you will want to make your own healthy version.

To your health & happiness!

liz