Tofu is one of the most versatile staples that can be used to prepare an amazing range of recipes. It’s easy to make and tastes fantastic in any form. You can stir fry it with vegetables, add it to stews, make vegan nuggets, or even a tofu cheesecake. Sautéed tofu in LVS sauce is one of the specialties of Asian cuisine—you will love this easy recipe.
What gives tofu its versatility is its neutral flavor and highly absorbent quality. It has a subtle, soft, and sometimes firm cheese-like consistency, allowing it to soak up the flavors and aromas of spices and sauces in which it is cooked.
Tofu is a staple in the cuisines of East-Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Given its popularity, there are countless tofu recipes for starters, mains, and desserts. Today, I’m sharing a quick and easy-to-make starter – Sautéed Tofu in Lemon Vinegar and Soy Sauce. It’s crisp and golden on the outside and soft and crumbly on the inside, enhanced by the mild, tangy sweetness of LVS sauce.
Sautéed Tofu in LVS Sauce
Ingredients
- 700g tofu block
- For sauce:
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup (or rice syrup)
- 1 teaspoon crushed chili (optional)
- To garnish:
- A few sprigs of cilantro
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
Instructions
Sauce:
Mix the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl.
Prepare tofu:
Slice the tofu into 1 cm / ½ inch-thick rectangles.
Heat a skillet, add a tablespoon of oil, and fry the tofu pieces for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Place the tofu slices in the sauce to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with cilantro and lemon slices before serving.
Nutrition
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182.0 Calories
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17.2g Carbohydrates
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0.0mg Cholesterol
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7.0g Fat
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3.0g Fiber
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16.0g Protein
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600.0mg Sodium
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0.0g Trans fat
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