Sauteed Tofu with Bitter Greens
- 1 1-pound block extra-firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili paste or Tabasco sauce (optional)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 pounds bitter greens, such as collard, mustard, baby bok choy, or dandelion, washed, trimmed, and torn into pieces
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, lightly toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Cut the tofu in half lengthwise, then cut each piece across into 6 slices.
- Place the tofu on a paper-towellined plate.
- Cover with more paper towels; place another plate on top.
- Weight with a few soup cans.
- Chill 30 minutes so towels absorb excess water.
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste or Tabasco sauce, if using, lime juice, ginger, and garlic.
- Set aside.
- Transfer the tofu to a medium bowl; toss with half the marinade; let sit for 30 minutes.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Working in batches, arrange the tofu in a single layer in the pan.
- Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a platter; repeat with the remaining tofu.
- Gradually add the greens to the skillet with the remaining marinade.
- Cook, tossing occasionally, until the greens are wilted and most of the liquid has evaporated, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer to the platter with the tofu.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes; serve.
- (Per serving)
- Calories: 223
- Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Calcium: 271mg
- Sodium: 412mg
- Protein: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, lime juice, ginger, garlic, bitter, sesame seeds, red pepper
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/sauteed-tofu-with-bitter-greens-392707 (may not work)