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Filipino-Style Cornmeal Crusted Tofu with Earthy Pilaf
A flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the earthy taste of pilaf with the crispy cornmeal crust of tofu.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 block (12 oz) tofu
- ●1 cup cornmeal
- ●2 cups pilaf
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●1 tsp gingergrated
- ●2 tbsp soy sauce
- ●to taste pepper
- ●1/4 cup scallionschopped
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Mix cornmeal, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
- 3
Crumble tofu into the bowl and toss to coat with cornmeal mixture.
- 4
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 5
Transfer tofu to a baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until crispy.
- 6
While tofu is baking, heat pilaf in a saucepan over medium heat. Add soy sauce and stir to combine.
- 7
Toss cooked tofu with pilaf mixture and top with scallions.
- 8
Serve hot and enjoy!