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Sesame & Coconut Crusted Tofu
Servings: 3
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy/tamari
  • 1/2 block extra firm tofu pressed & sliced into 1/2" thick rectangles
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
For the crust
  • 1/4 cup white & black sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes small sized*
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix the rice vinegar, maple syrup, & soy/tamari and add into a tupperware or ziplock
  2. Add the sliced tofu pieces and let marinate overnight
  3. Once ready, let's get it all crusted up! Add all ingredients for the crust into a bowl and mix
  4. Add each tofu piece into the bowl- let the seed mix stick to one side and then flip and repeat so all sides are covered
  5. Once all tofu is coated, set aside, and in a small pan, heat coconut oil
  6. Add the tofu pieces to the pan and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side, or until edges are golden
  7. Enjoy with scallions, vegetables, and use the remaining marinade as a dip or dressing!
Recipe Notes

*If coconut flakes are larger, chop into fine pieces