Hasselback Tofu with spicy hot sesame oil

Directions

  1. 1Pat dry the tofu to remove excess moisture.
  2. 2Slice the tofu into about 4 to 5 slices.
  3. 3Lay each piece of tofu flat between 2 chopsticks.
  4. 4Cut across, using the chopsticks to keep you from cutting all the way.
  5. 5Add the tofu to your air fryer, sprinkle with a bit of salt and spray it or brush with a little oil.
  6. 6Air fry at 400° F for about 8-10 minutes, until the tofu turns golden.
  7. 7While the tofu is cooking, cook the noodles and slice the avocado.
  8. 8In a small bowl, add the green onions, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes.
  9. 9Carefully heat the sesame oil in the stove in a small pan over medium flame and Pour the hot oil over the onion mixture.
  10. 10Add coconut aminos, tamari and vinegar and stir.
  11. 11To plate, add the avocado, noodles & tofu to a bowl, top with sauce and top with sesame seeds.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces super firm tofu
  • 2 stalks green onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 small knob ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon red chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 0.5 cup sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • Optional Ramen noodles
  • Optional Avocado
  • Optional Sesame seeds
  • a bit salt
  • a little oil

Equipment

knifecutting boardchopsticksair fryersmall bowlsmall panstove

Tips

  • Pat dry your tofu to remove excess moisture.
  • Slice the tofu into about 4 to 5 slices and lay each piece flat between 2 chopsticks 🥢 to help keep you from cutting all the way across.
  • You can blanch some Broccoli when you are making the noodles.