Mmmm Tofu

Sometimes I get a craving for tofu. My local grocery store carries it, so I can easily pick some up on my way home.

And then it's quick to fry up for dinner.

Make sure the tofu you're buying is from organic soybeans, otherwise they are genetically modified. Tofu is a good source of calcium, helps alleviate menopausal symptoms and reduces the risk of cancer. It also helps lower bad cholesterol. Quite the excellent dinner food.

Here's how I cooked it the other night.

Fried Tofu
2 tbsp tamari
2 tbsp roasted sesame oil
1 tbsp water
2 tbsp minced ginger root
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 lb firm tofu

Whisk together all ingredients except tofu to create a marinade.

Cut tofu in 1/2 inch slices.

Heat cast iron skillet. Add marinade, then tofu. Cook 5-10 minutes until the tofu is slightly browned. Flip the tofu and continue cooking another 10 minutes or so.

Serves 3-4

Leftovers are great. Just re-fry them, or eat them cold.