Vegan Red Braised Tofu

Vegan Red Braised Tofu is a richly flavored dish featuring tofu simmered in a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce. This dish showcases the depth of traditional Chinese BBQ flavors while being completely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Dark soy sauce - 30 ml
• Rice wine - 30 ml
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Star anise - 1 piece
• Cinnamon stick - 1 piece
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, and vegetable broth to create the braising sauce.
3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the tofu cubes to the skillet, and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Pour the braising sauce over the tofu, and add star anise, cinnamon stick, and red chili flakes.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it braise for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Once done, remove the lid and allow the sauce to reduce for an additional 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants from spices like ginger and star anise.

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