Crispy Tofu and Vegetable Skillet
Crisp-edged tofu and golden zucchini and carrots are tossed in a savory ginger-tamari glaze for a satisfying Japanese-inspired skillet dinner.
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Ingredients
- 450 g extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into bite-size cubes
- 2 zucchini, cut into half-moons
- 2 carrots, cut into thin coins
- 2 tbsp gluten-free rice flour
- 2 tbsp gluten-free tamari
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp water
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Dust tofu with rice flour and brown, turning until crisp.12 min timer
- Set aside the kids' tofu and vegetables; return them to the skillet to finish cooking.
- Add zucchini and carrots; cook until tender-crisp and golden.7 min timer
- Stir tamari, vinegar, ginger, garlic and water together.
- Pour sauce into skillet and toss until glossy; return the set-aside share to warm.2 min timer
Why it works
- Celiac disease: Gluten-free rice flour and gluten-free tamari keep gluten-containing grains and sauces out.
- Wheat allergy: Gluten-free rice flour and gluten-free tamari keep wheat and wheat-based sauces out.
- Gluten-free: Gluten-free rice flour and gluten-free tamari keep gluten-containing grains and sauces out.
- Kid (4–12): Crisp tofu bites with mild glaze and tender zucchini and carrots make a familiar skillet plate.
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