Keto Vegan Sesame Crusted Tofu

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  • prep time

    prep time

    20 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    7 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    27 min

Keto Vegan Sesame Crusted Tofu

9 ratings

High in protein, tofu is a great way to get in iron and protein if you are a vegan. To make sure the tofu gets a nice sear, be sure to press the tofu between two plates with a weight on top and paper towels in between. The pressed tofu is then coated in a lightly salted coconut flour and sesame seeds then seared to perfection. After the tofu is seared, they are coated in a soy-rice vinegar reduction. Great with cauliflower rice and dark green veggies!

  • Net Carbs

    1.7 g

  • Fiber

    1.9 g

  • Total Carbs

    4.7 g

  • Protein

    7.1 g

  • Fats

    7.5 g

112 cals

Keto Vegan Sesame Crusted Tofu

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Ingredients

  • Firm Tofu by House Foods

    Firm Tofu by House Foods

    18 ounce

  • Tamari Sauce

    Tamari Sauce

    2 tablespoon

  • Water

    Water

    1 tablespoon

  • Rice Vinegar

    Rice Vinegar

    1 tablespoon

  • The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve

    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve

    2 tsp

  • Crushed Red Pepper by Simply Organic

    Crushed Red Pepper by Simply Organic

    ¼ tsp

  • Garlic Powder

    Garlic Powder

    ⅛ teaspoon

  • Sesame Seeds

    Sesame Seeds

    2 tablespoon, whole pieces

  • Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton

    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton

    ⅛ tsp

  • Coconut Flour

    Coconut Flour

    1 tablespoon

  • Avocado Oil

    Avocado Oil

    1 tablespoon

  • 100% Pure Sesame Seed Oil by Imperial Dragon

    100% Pure Sesame Seed Oil by Imperial Dragon

    1 teaspoon

Recipe Steps

steps 9

27 min

  • Step 1

    Slice a block of tofu in half lengthwise. Then cut each half into 3 long strips to make 6 strips.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Line a plate with a couple of paper towels, place the tofu on top and then place a couple more paper towels and another plate.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Weigh down the plate with a heavy pot for 5 minutes. Remove the paper towels and repeat the process for another 5 minutes.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    In the meantime, mix the soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, sweetener, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder together in a small bowl.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Using one of the plates you used to press the tofu with, combine the coconut flour, sesame seeds, and kosher salt.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Press both sides of the tofu slices into this mixture.
    Step 6
  • Step 7

    Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add in 1 T avocado oil. Add the tofu and turn down the heat slightly and cook on both sides until browned about 1-2 minutes per side. Once all the tofu is browned remove to a plate.
    Step 7
  • Step 8

    Add in the tamari mixture and reduce it down by half.
    Step 8
  • Step 9

    Add in the seared tofu slices and flip to coat them in the sauce. Drizzle with sesame seed oil. Serve immediately.
    Step 9

Comments 7

  • Misty

    Misty 2 years ago

    this is my new favorite way to eat tofu

    • PONY

      PONY 4 years ago

      I noticed that it says to serve it immediately. But is there any chance to refrigerate it?

      • Beckers

        Beckers 2 years ago

        I made a batch yesterday and ate 1 serving right away. The remainder, I refrigerated and this morning I heated it up in the air fryer. Still soft but maybe it could have been in the air fryer longer. Still tasty

    • pat_arcanddfbd

      pat_arcanddfbd 4 years ago

      Really not my best recipe

      • lorimaui108f89

        lorimaui108f89 4 years ago

        I made a four serving amount- and Definitely needed to double the sauce, and should have doubled the amount of flour and sesame seeds. But, it tastes great even as I made it!

        • Tla511

          Tla511 5 years ago

          Double the sauce!

          • Anonymous

            Anonymous 5 years ago

            I served this with grilled baby bok choy. Sooo good!