COURSE:
Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Sesame Teriyaki Tofu: A Flavourful and Healthy Plant-Based Dish
Elevate your plant-based meals with our Sesame Teriyaki Tofu, a delicious combination of crispy tofu coated in a rich, savoury-sweet teriyaki glaze. This dish is packed with flavour and texture, making it the perfect meat-free option for lunch or dinner. The addition of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch and nutty aroma, perfectly complementing the bold teriyaki sauce.
Using your Instant Pot or air fryer, preparing this tasty dish is simple and efficient. The tofu crisps up beautifully in the air fryer, giving it a satisfying texture without the need for deep frying. Once cooked, the tofu is tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness. The result is a well-balanced, savoury dish that’s light yet full of flavour.
Serve Sesame Teriyaki Tofu with steamed rice, noodles, or fresh vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Whether you’re following a plant-based diet or just looking to add more variety to your weekly menu, this dish offers a healthy and flavourful way to enjoy tofu. It’s an easy-to-make, protein-packed meal that everyone will love!
Sesame Teriyaki Tofu
Servings:
2-4 servings
Total Time:
25mins
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 250g firm tofu, sliced into 1cm thick rectangles
- Sesame seeds
Marinade
- 3 tbsp of tamari
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp of vinegar of choice/ mirin
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1 tsp of ginger powder
- 1 tsp of fresh chilli, finely chopped
Glaze
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp cornflour
Instructions
1. To start your sesame teriyaki tofu meal, combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl, then add the sliced tofu so it is well coated. Leave to marinade for a few minutes.
2. Bake at 200°C for 10 minutes.
3. While the tofu cooks, make the glaze by combining any leftover marinade with the sugar and cornflour in a saucepan, or using sauté on your Instant Pot. Sauté on a medium heat whisking constantly until it starts to thicken and reduce. Be careful not to let it burn! Remove and set aside.
4. When the tofu has baked, drizzle the remaining glaze over the tofu and bake at 200°C for 5 minutes.
5. Take out your sesame teriyaki tofu and sprinkle with some sesame seeds and enjoy!
Sesame Teriyaki Tofu
COURSE:
Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Servings:
2-4 servings
Total Time:
25mins
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 250g firm tofu, sliced into 1cm thick rectangles
- Sesame seeds
Marinade
- 3 tbsp of tamari
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp of vinegar of choice/ mirin
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1 tsp of ginger powder
- 1 tsp of fresh chilli, finely chopped
Glaze
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp cornflour
Instructions
1. To start your sesame teriyaki tofu meal, combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl, then add the sliced tofu so it is well coated. Leave to marinade for a few minutes.
2. Bake at 200°C for 10 minutes.
3. While the tofu cooks, make the glaze by combining any leftover marinade with the sugar and cornflour in a saucepan, or using sauté on your Instant Pot. Sauté on a medium heat whisking constantly until it starts to thicken and reduce. Be careful not to let it burn! Remove and set aside.
4. When the tofu has baked, drizzle the remaining glaze over the tofu and bake at 200°C for 5 minutes.
5. Take out your sesame teriyaki tofu and sprinkle with some sesame seeds and enjoy!
Sesame Teriyaki Tofu: A Flavourful and Healthy Plant-Based Dish
Elevate your plant-based meals with our Sesame Teriyaki Tofu, a delicious combination of crispy tofu coated in a rich, savoury-sweet teriyaki glaze. This dish is packed with flavour and texture, making it the perfect meat-free option for lunch or dinner. The addition of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch and nutty aroma, perfectly complementing the bold teriyaki sauce.
Using your Instant Pot or air fryer, preparing this tasty dish is simple and efficient. The tofu crisps up beautifully in the air fryer, giving it a satisfying texture without the need for deep frying. Once cooked, the tofu is tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness. The result is a well-balanced, savoury dish that’s light yet full of flavour.
Serve Sesame Teriyaki Tofu with steamed rice, noodles, or fresh vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Whether you’re following a plant-based diet or just looking to add more variety to your weekly menu, this dish offers a healthy and flavourful way to enjoy tofu. It’s an easy-to-make, protein-packed meal that everyone will love!
