Description
A delightful and wholesome recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Crispy Tofu with a delectable Honey-Sesame Glaze. Perfect for a flavorful vegetarian main course with Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tofu:
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Tofu: Toss the cubed tofu with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on one side of the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Toss the halved Brussels sprouts with the remaining olive oil and salt. Spread on the other side of the baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tofu is golden and sprouts are caramelized.
- Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Coat and Serve: Transfer tofu and sprouts to a bowl, drizzle with glaze, toss gently, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Serve over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
