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Chinese Five Spice Tofu

Chinese Five Spice Tofu is a beloved dish in Chinese cuisine. It consists of cubed tofu that is marinated in a mixture of Chinese five-spice powder, garlic, soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil. The tofu is then stir-fried in a wok until it’s golden brown and crispy. The dish is often served with steamed vegetables, rice, or noodles. It’s a delicious and healthy vegetarian meal that is both easy to make and full of delicious flavors.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese Five Spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 blocks extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed

Directions

  • Step 1
    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Step 2
    Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, Chinese Five Spice powder, and sesame oil to the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Step 3
    Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is golden brown and crispy.
  • Step 4
    Serve the tofu with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

Comments

Anonymous
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Delicious Chinese Five Spice Tofu! Simple to make and incredibly flavorful. Highly recommend!
Anonymous
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Chinese Five Spice Tofu is delicious and surprisingly easy to make! Its savory, spicy and slightly sweet flavor is perfect for any Asian-inspired meal. A must try!
Anonymous
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This Chinese Five Spice Tofu is absolutely delicious! It has a perfect combination of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors balanced with subtle hints of star anise. A must try!
Anonymous
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Delicious and easy to make! The Chinese Five Spice adds an amazing flavor to the tofu making it a great vegan dish. Highly recommend!

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