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    Home » Recipes » Tofu and Tempeh Recipes

    Sweet and Savory Sautéed Tofu

    Published: Dec 17, 2012 · Updated: Apr 6, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

    This is a favorite way to prepare tofu simply and one that I make regularly. Both slightly sweet and salty, pan-sautéing the tofu until crisp and golden makes it very tasty. This is a great accompaniment to Asian-style noodle or rice dishes, or to toss into simple stir-fries. For a nice pairing with another easy recipe, serve with Simple Sesame Soba Noodles.

    Serves: 3 to 4

    • 14- to 16-ounce tub extra-firm tofu
    • 1 tablespoon neutral high-heat vegetable oil such as safflower
    • 1 tablespoon agave nectar or other liquid sweetener
    • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari

    Cut the tofu into ½-inch-thick slices. Blot well between clean tea-towels or several layers of paper towel, and cut into ½-inch dice. For tofu with an extra firm and crispy result, use a tofu pressing device like EZ Tofu Press.

    Slowly heat the oil, agave nectar, and soy sauce together in a wide skillet, stirring together as they heat.

    Add the tofu and stir quickly to coat. Sauté over medium-high heat until golden-brown and crisp on most sides, about 10 minutes, and serve.

    Sweet and Savory Sautéed Tofu recipe

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