Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
14 ounce

extra firm tofu

drained

3 tbsp

sesame seed oil

1 cup

broccoli floret

0.25 cup

teriyaki sauce

Step 1
~2 min

Drain tofu and pat dry.

Step 2
~2 min

Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add tofu to the wok and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown on all sides (about 10 minutes).

Step 5
~2 min

Add broccoli florets to the wok and toss with the tofu.

Step 6
~2 min

Continue cooking for about 4 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

Pour teriyaki sauce over the tofu and broccoli.

Step 8
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium and toss gently to coat.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 10
~2 min

Transfer the tofu and broccoli to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with brown rice or quinoa.

Add a side of steamed edamame.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso soup
Seaweed salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Common stir-fry dish in Asian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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