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Yuzu and sesame Tofu Side

The kind of Japanese plate you make on repeat. yuzu and sesame, a proper smoke, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.3 from 2,331 cooks
Prep15 min
Cook120 min
Serves2
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Yuzu and sesame Tofu Side
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the yuzu and sesame elements, and pat the tofu dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the firm tofu and smoke until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the soy sauce and the rest of the yuzu and sesame flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the baby potatoes along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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