Broiled Black Pepper Tofu
- 1 1/2 blocks firm tofu (from 2 14-ounce packages)
- 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- Soy-Lemon Dipping Sauce (recipe follows)
- 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup tamari soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (1 lemon total)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- (makes 1/2 cup)
- Cut the tofu crosswise into 6 slices (about 3/4 inch thick each).
- Cut each slice diagonally into 2 triangles.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with a double layer of paper towels.
- Place the tofu on top, and cover with another double layer of paper towels.
- Place another baking sheet or a large plate on top.
- Weight with heavy objects (such as large cans of food); let stand 20 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler, with a rack 6 inches from the heat.
- Stir together the tamari soy sauce, oil, and pepper in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- Pat the tofu dry with paper towels; transfer to the baking dish.
- Turn to coat both sides with the marinade.
- Broil, flipping once, until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
- Serve with dipping sauce.
- Whisk together ginger, tamari soy sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Set aside at room temperature until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, stir well.
soy sauce, sesame oil, freshly ground pepper, soylemon dipping sauce, fresh ginger, soy sauce, freshly grated lemon zest, sesame oil
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/broiled-black-pepper-tofu-392608 (may not work)