Caramelized Tofu Goodness!

• 7 -8 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into thin 1-inch strips
• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (or peanut oil)
• 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/3 cup pecans, toasted and chopped fine (or almonds or walnuts)
• 3 tablespoons turbinado sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (if you hate cilantro, use parsley)
• 1/2 lb Brussels sprout, washed and cut into 1/8-inch wide slices

1. Wrap the tofu with paper towels, place a heavy skillet on top and press for a few minutes to remove some of the excess water.
2. Cook the tofu strips in hot 12" nonstick skillet with a pinch of salt and about 1-2 teaspoons of oil. Saute until lightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, if using, and pecans(or other nuts), and cook for another minute. Stir in sugar. Cook for a few more minutes.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in cilantro. Scrape the tofu out onto a plate with a spatula and set aside.
4. Now, in the same pan (you don't need to wash it), add 1-1 1/2 teaspoons more oil, another pinch of salt, and turn up the heat to medium-high.
5. When the pan is hot stir in the sliced brussels sprouts(they will appear shredded).
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring a few times (only a few) until you get some nice golden bits and the rest of the sprouts are just tender.
7. Great served with brown rice or over soba noodles.

salt, olive oil, garlic, red pepper, ginger, pecans, turbinado sugar, cilantro, brussels

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/caramelized-tofu-goodness-378954 (may not work)