Grilled Tofu Triangles with Fried Rice
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Grilled Tofu Triangles with Fried Rice

Grilled Tofu Triangles with Fried Rice is a tasty and showy way to prepare tofu. The secret is in the preparation of the tofu and the flavorful ingredients in the marinade.

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

Fried Ricetamaritofu

Prep Time

1 hr

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

1 hr 15 min

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 12-ouncepackage extra-firm water-packed tofu
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  • 1/4 cupfreshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tablespoonstamari
  • 1 tablespoonrice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoonshoney
  • 1 teaspoonsambal
  • 1/2 teaspoongrated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
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  • 1 tablespoondark sesame oil
  • 1 cuppeas
  • 1 cupgrated carrot
  • 1/2 cupthinly sliced green onion
  • 2 tablespoonstamari
  • 1/2 teaspoonsambal
  • 1/4 teaspoonKosher salt
  • 2 cupscooked basmati rice
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  • 1/4 cupdry-roasted peanuts

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 4 servings)

Calories286
Total Fat9g
Sodium1242mg
Total Carbohydrates45g
Dietary Fiber4g
Sugars15g
Protein9g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the tofu in half crosswise. Then cut the halves into thirds lengthwise making 3 3/4-inch slices. Cut each in half diagaonally making triangles. Arrange all of the triangles on a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Top with additional paper towels and place a cutting board on top. Put a heavy pan on top of the cutting board and let the tofu press and drain for .

  2. 2

    While the tofu is pressing, combine the orange juice, tamari, vinegar, honey, sambal, and ginger in a shallow dish.

  3. 3

    Once pressed, sprinkle the tofu with the salt and place the tofu in the dish. Turn over and marinate at room temperature for a total of , turning it one more time at .

  4. 4

    Heat a grill pan coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Working in batches, place the tofu pieces on the pan. Turn the tofu after when the tofu has browned. Cook the second side for ; remove from the pan, and set aside.

  5. 5

    Heat the sesame oil in high-sided skillet. Add the peas, carrots, onions, and cook for . Stir in the tamari, samabl, and salt. Add the rice and cook until heated through, .

  6. 6

    Serve each person with 1 cup of rice mixture and top with 3 pieces of tofu and peanuts.

Chef's Notes

Copyright: Chef Laura Bonicelli