Cajun Tofu
Cajun Tofu ain't just good; it's downright legendary! Especially when you use medium-firm tofu. Picture this: tender sliced tofu marinated in a zesty blend of Cajun spices, sizzling to perfection. It's a taste explosion that packs a nutritional punch, providing a hefty dose of plant-based protein. The tantalizing fusion of spices mingled with tender tofu is a flavour-filled bite that's a far cry from blandness. Every bite is a tantalizing getaway, whisking you away to the heart of Louisiana.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil divided into 1 tbsp + 2 tbsp
- 1 tbsp Bragg soy seasoning or tamari
- 2 tsp Bestcestershire Sauce
- 1½ tsp minced garlic
- 3 tsp Cajun seasoning divided into 3 x 1 tsp
- 12 oz package medium-firm tofu
Instructions
- In a small dish, mix 1 tbsp each olive oil and Bragg seasoning, 2 tsp Bestcestershire Sauce, 1½ tsp minced garlic, and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning. Stir until well combined.3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Bragg soy seasoning or tamari, 2 tsp Bestcestershire Sauce, 1½ tsp minced garlic, 3 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Cut 12-oz package medium-firm tofu into 8 slices. (Each slice should be 1½ inches wide x 3 inches long). Place in a shallow dish and add seasoning. Marinate tofu for at least 30 minutes, turning several times.12 oz package medium-firm tofu
- Without adding any oil, place nonstick frying pan on medium heat for 3–5 minutes. Pan is hot when a splash of sprinkled water dances on it. (Using your fingertips, flick a little bit of water on the pan to test.) Add 2 tbsp oil and heat for 30 seconds–1 minute.3 tbsp olive oil
- Sprinkle 1 tsp Cajun spice evenly over one side of each marinated tofu slice.3 tsp Cajun seasoning
- When oil is hot, add the tofu slices with the Cajun spice side facing down. Pour any remaining marinade over top of tofu slices and sprinkle evenly with the remaining 1 tsp Cajun spice.3 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Cook until the first side is browned, then flip and cook the other side (about 5 minutes per side).
Breakout Trick
For soy-free, replace Bragg soy seasoning or tamari with coconut aminos (soy-free seasoning)Â and use soy-free vegan Worcestershire sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 739IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 2mg
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