Best 4 Tahini Battered Tofu Recipes
**Crispy Tahini Tofu: A Journey of Flavors and Textures**
Welcome to a culinary adventure where East meets West in perfect harmony. Discover the tantalizing flavors and textures of Crispy Tahini Tofu, a delightful fusion dish that combines the best of both worlds. Prepare to embark on a sensory journey with this delectable recipe, where crispy tofu coated in a rich and flavorful tahini batter takes center stage. Accompanied by three irresistibly delicious sauces – a tangy lemon tahini sauce, a spicy harissa sauce, and a creamy avocado sauce – this dish promises an explosion of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're a seasoned tofu enthusiast or a curious culinary explorer, this Crispy Tahini Tofu journey will surely leave you craving for more.
CRISP TOFU KATSU WITH LEMON-TAHINI SAUCE
Katsu, the Japanese-style fried cutlet dish, is made just a bit healthier in this version prepared with tofu slabs. Here, the slabs are dredged in seasoned bread crumbs, baked, not deep-fried, and paired with quinoa, making it full, protein-dense meal. Note, too, that the leftover katsu here reheats nicely: Simply put it in your oven at 400 degrees, and bake for 10 minutes.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, quick, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the katsu: Heat oven to 425 degrees. Grease 2 large rimmed baking sheets with the oil. Put cornstarch, eggs and bread crumbs in three separate shallow bowls, and add 3/4 teaspoon of the granulated onion to each bowl. Season all with salt and pepper and mix well. Add 3 tablespoons oil to the bread crumbs and mix well.
- Working with one piece at a time, dust tofu in cornstarch, then dredge in egg, shaking off excess. Press in bread crumbs to evenly coat. Arrange on one baking sheet, and transfer to oven. Bake until golden and crisp, 15 minutes.
- Place mushrooms on second baking sheet, season with salt and pepper and toss with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Bake until golden, 12 minutes.
- Make the quinoa: Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until the quinoa is tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, then return quinoa to the pan. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes; fluff into a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine tahini, oil, lemon juice, mustard, soy sauce, garlic and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of water. Whisk together and season with salt and pepper.
- To the quinoa, add mushrooms, cauliflower, parsley and 1 cup of the dressing and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide quinoa in bowls and top with tofu. Serve with remaining sauce for drizzling on tofu and lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 965, UnsaturatedFat 56 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 977 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
HOMEMADE TAHINI
Tahini is a staple in Middle Eastern cooking. It's added to mashed garbanzo beans to make hummus, mixed with date paste, or drizzled with pekmez in Turkey for breakfast. It tastes great in sandwiches or baked into cookies. Really, there are many many uses for this tasty dip. Start with the freshest sesame seeds you can find.
Provided by SFChef
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread sesame seeds on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, shaking the baking sheet frequently, until seeds are lightly toasted, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
- Pour cooled seeds and 1 1/2 cups olive oil into a food processor. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add more oil and blend until a thick yet pourable consistency is reached.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 2 mg
TAHINI-BATTERED TOFU
Tofu with a light sesame, garlic, and whole wheat batter that can be baked or fried. Great results with little to no oil. My husband likes this recipe.
Provided by Queenie
Categories Tofu Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a shallow baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix together the tahini, wheat flour, garlic, egg white, soy sauce, and water in a large bowl. Toss in the tofu, and mix so the tofu is coated. Arrange tofu in prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in preheated oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 261.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
TOFU AND BOK CHOY WITH GINGER-TAHINI SAUCE
This simple dish showcases the uniquely silky texture of soft tofu. The tofu is steamed on top of a layer of bok choy, eliminating the need for a formal steamer and making this meal a cinch to prepare. (Napa or savoy cabbage leaves would also make a nice bed for the tofu.) Once steamed, the warm, mild tofu soaks in all of the bright flavors of a tangy and creamy tahini sauce that's spiked with aromatic ginger and fragrant herbs. For a heftier meal, either double the tofu or serve with a side of rice. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories quick, weekday, weeknight, vegetables, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet with a lid, arrange bok choy in an even layer to cover the bottom of the pan, and season with salt and pepper. Nestle the tofu pieces on top of or in between the bok choy, depending on the depth of your pan. Add ½ cup of water to the skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover securely to prevent steam from escaping, reduce heat to medium and steam until bok choy is tender and tofu is warm throughout, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine tahini, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, scallions, cilantro and 1 tablespoon of water. Whisk until well blended, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Using a spatula or large slotted spoon, transfer bok choy and tofu to 4 serving plates. (Discard any remaining water in the skillet.) Spoon some of the sauce over the tofu and garnish with scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Use extra firm tofu for the best results. Extra firm tofu holds its shape better during frying and absorbs the marinade more easily.
- Press the tofu before marinating and frying. This helps to remove excess water from the tofu, resulting in a crispier texture.
- Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what gives the tofu its flavor, so make sure to use a marinade that you enjoy. Some good options include a simple mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, or a more complex marinade with ingredients like ginger, garlic, and lemongrass.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the tofu. If you overcrowd the pan, the tofu will not cook evenly and will be more likely to stick together.
- Serve the tofu hot or cold. Tahini-battered tofu is delicious served hot out of the pan, but it can also be served cold as part of a salad or as a snack.
Conclusion:
Tahini-battered tofu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It is a great source of protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a new way to enjoy tofu, I highly recommend trying this recipe.
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