Low Carb Sesame Tofu

Delight your taste buds with this Low Carb Sesame Tofu, a flavorful and health-conscious twist on a classic dish! Perfectly golden and crispy cubes of extra firm tofu are coated in a rich, umami-packed sesame sauce made with coconut aminos, sesame oil, and a hint of rice vinegar for depth. Enhanced with aromatic garlic and ginger powders, this dish is not only low-carb but also gluten-free, thanks to the use of xanthan gum as a natural thickener. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 35 minutes—is a versatile option for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a plant-based side dish. Packed with protein and bursting with nutty flavor, it’s a satisfying choice for tofu lovers and keto enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces Extra firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ginger powder
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Scallions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by draining the tofu well. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel or in paper towels and place a heavy object on top (like a cast-iron skillet) to press out excess moisture for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

While the tofu is pressing, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine coconut aminos, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and xanthan gum. Stir well until the xanthan gum is fully dissolved and set aside.

Step 3

Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and black pepper evenly.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add tofu cubes and cook until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and pour the sesame sauce over the tofu cubes in the skillet. Stir gently to coat the tofu evenly in the sauce, letting it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the tofu is well-coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the tofu and toss to combine. Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly. Serve the sesame tofu garnished with sliced scallions on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(550.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1244.0

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2077.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 66.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2739.5mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1081.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.0%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 8.1%