Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 8 of 9 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sesame | 1 tbsp (14g) | 120 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Tofu | 100g firm | 76 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Yellow Bell Pepper | 1 medium (119g) | 31 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Vinegar | 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled | 3 |
| Ginger | 1 tsp grated fresh (2g) | 2 |
| Mung Bean | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup chopped scallions (white and light green parts)
- 1 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup mung bean sprouts
- 1/3 cup sesame seeds
- 1 lb. extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 8 slices), drained well and patted dry
- 4 Tbs. roasted garlic oil or olive oil
- 1 1/2 Tbs. peeled minced fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
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Directions
1. In medium bowl, mix scallions, bell pepper and bean sprouts. Evenly divide vegetables between 2 plates.
2. Place sesame seeds on small plate. Dredge tofu slices in sesame seeds to coat on all sides. Heat 2 Tbs. oil in heavy skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Evenly divide tofu between the 2 plates, leaning sesame tofu against vegetable mounds.
3. Add remaining 2 Tbs. oil to skillet. Add ginger and cook over medium heat, stirring often, 1 minute. Stir in rice vinegar, bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Drizzle tofu and vegetables with pan sauce. Serve hot.