Crispy Pan-Seared Tofu with Sesame Ginger Dressing
Crispy golden tofu cubes tossed with toasted sesame oil and soy sauce for a savory keto dish. Easy to prep and packed with plant protein without eggs or yogurt.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Ellie + Lila
Ellie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Trigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover cooked tofu in a glass container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a hot skillet to restore crispness.
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Instructions
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Next: Press 150g extra firm tofu between paper…
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Press 150g extra firm tofu between paper…
Press 150g extra firm tofu between paper towels for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Cut the pressed tofu into 2cm cubes
Cut the pressed tofu into 2cm cubes.
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Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a…
Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmered, about 1 minute.
Look for: shimmered
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Add the tofu cubes in a single…
Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and sear for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until all sides are deep golden brown and crisp.
Look for: all sides are deep golden brown and crisp
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Whisk 1 tbsp soy sauce
In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp white sesame seeds until combined.
Look for: combined
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Remove the skillet from heat
Remove the skillet from heat, pour the sauce over the crispy tofu, and toss gently for 30 seconds until coated.
Look for: coated
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Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy…
Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy warm immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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