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broccoli with asian tofu Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes
the wonder of tofu is that it takes on the flavor of your favorite marinade

1 pkg (16 oz) firm tofu, drained 1 Slice tofu into eight pieces. Place on a plate or flat
2 Tbsp lite soy sauce surface covered with three paper towels. Top with
1 tsp sesame oil (optional) four more paper towels. Top with another flat plate
½ Tbsp brown sugar or cutting board. Press down evenly and gently to
squeeze out moisture. Throw away paper towels.
1 Tbsp fresh ginger root, finely Replace with fresh paper towels and press again.
chopped or shredded (The more liquid you remove, the more sauce the
(or 1 tsp ground) tofu will absorb.)
1 lb fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut 2
into individual spears Place tofu in a bowl just big enough to hold all eight
1 Tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil pieces lying on their widest side without overlapping.
3 In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil,
¼ tsp crushed red pepper
4 Tbsp garlic, peeled and thinly sliced brown sugar, and ginger into a marinade, and stir
thoroughly. Pour over tofu. Carefully turn the tofu
(about 8 cloves) several times to coat well. Set aside.
1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Cooking spray continued on page 91

90 deliciously healthy dinners