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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- And yesâ I did add Asian Fish Sauce to mine for that undeniable umami. Don't tell Michael. GREG
- Caramel-Cooked Tofu serves 2 to 4 CLICK here for a printable recipe
- 1/4 c rice wine or dry sherry
- 2 t rice vinegar
- 1/4 c soy sauce (use a wheat-free version for gluten-free)
- 1 t toasted sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 t minced fresh ginger
- 1/2 c sugar
- 1 lb extra-firm tofu, patted thoroughly dry and cut into 2 x 2 x 1/3-inch pieces
- 2 T vegetable oil
- 1/2 c thinly sliced white onion
- 4 or more dried small red chilies (optional)
- 5 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 188g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 337 | |
| Calories from Fat 61 | 18% |
| Total Fat 6.88g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat 0.68g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.12g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1805mg | 75% |
| Potassium 233mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 60.0g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 6% |
| Sugars 52.49g | 35% |
| Protein 3.27g | 5% |
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