5 minute Tofu Lunch

No photos here, just a quick and dirty recipe. This tofu came out super tasty, and quite savory, with just enough spice to keep you coming back for more.

Chinese Sauteed Tofu

1 package tofu

1 tablespoon soybean paste (miso)

1 tablespoon chinese hot mustard

1/2 teaspoon chinese 5 spice blend (usually available widely, has cinnamon, ginger, clove, fennel, white pepper)

1/2 tablespoon veggie oil

Slice the tofu into 1/2 thick slices, they should be wide and flat.

Combine miso, mustard and chinese spice in a bowl, and stir until blended.

Coat the tofu strips in the paste.

Heat the oil in a small saucepan, and fry the tofu on high for 2-3 minutes per side, until the paste begins to carbonize.

Remove from the pan and serve immediately.

Serves 2.

This went great with a light salad. I made a really easy asian salad dressing as follows.

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 tablespoon sweet chili sauce

1 teaspoon white vinegar

1 teaspoon rice wine

Mix 'em up and put it on your salad. Enjoy!