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Herby Seared Tofu

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SERVINGS 2
  • RECIPE SOURCE kitchenonfire.com

Ingredients

  • 14 ounce extra firm or firm tofu
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to taste lemon wedges
  • to taste herbs of choice (chives, parsley, basil)

Cooking Instructions

1. Cut the tofu into flat rectangle slabs of about 2 inches thick, or 2" cubes and pat it dry with a paper towel.

2. Add the olive oil to a non-stick pan and add the tofu cubes. Season to taste with salt and pepper

3. Heat the sauté pan to medium-high. Add oil and sear 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom.

4. Flip the tofu. Return the heat to medium-high and cook an additional 4 to 5 minutes until browned.

5. Remove from heat, slice if needed and garnish with lemon juice and fresh herbs