Crispy Tofu Tacos with Asian Pear Slaw
Description
These Asian Tofu Tacos are so delicious, even meat lovers will be happy. Tossed with warm Asian spices, then fried to crisp perfection, this tofu is even good by itself.
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Ingredients
For the tofu:
- 1 package extra-firm tofu 14 ounces, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon coconut or avocado oil
For the slaw:
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ small green cabbage shredded
- 2 Asian pears julienned
- ¾ cup thinly sliced scallions
- 2 stalks celery thinly sliced
- ½ cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds toasted
To serve:
- 9 six-inch flour or corn tortillas, charred
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
For the tofu:
- Arrange tofu in a single layer on a paper-towel-lined sheet pan, top with more paper towels and another sheet pan. Place a heavy weight (or a few cans) on top and drain 15 minutes, switching out paper towels once.
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Whisk together cardamom, 1 teaspoon salt, ground ginger, and white pepper in a large bowl. Add tofu and toss to coat.
- Heat oil in a cast iron or oven-proof skillet over medium. Add tofu and cook, stirring and flipping, until all sides are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Transfer skillet to oven and cook until tofu is firm and crisp, about 15 minutes.
For the slaw:
- Whisk together buttermilk, yogurt, lime juice, Dijon, vinegar, and grated ginger; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- In a large bowl toss together cabbage, pears, scallions, celery, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Add dressing and toss to coat.
To serve:
- Char tortillas on both sides over a low flame. Scoop slaw onto each tortilla and top with 3–4 cubes of crispy tofu. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tacoCalories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 9gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 624mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g
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