Whole30 Steamed Tofu with Soy-Ginger Sauce
Transform your mealtime with this Whole30 Steamed Tofu with Soy-Ginger Sauce, a perfectly balanced dish that’s both light and flavorful. This recipe showcases tender, extra-firm tofu gently steamed to maintain its delicate texture, then drizzled with a zesty, soy-free ginger sauce crafted from coconut aminos, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Topped with optional sesame oil, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep and a short steaming time, it’s an ideal quick-and-nourishing recipe for those following a Whole30 or plant-based lifestyle. Serve it as a standalone entrée or a side dish, and enjoy a wholesome, gluten-free, and effortlessly elegant meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 block (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for garnish)
- 1 stalk (thinly sliced) green onion
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups (for steaming) water
Directions
Step 1
Press the tofu block by placing it between two plates and adding a heavy object on top for 15 minutes. This removes unnecessary moisture.
Step 2
While the tofu is being pressed, prepare the soy-free ginger sauce by combining coconut aminos, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside.
Step 3
After pressing, cut the tofu into cubes or slices, depending on your preference.
Step 4
Set up a steamer pot by bringing 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and placing a steaming basket or rack on top. Reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle boil.
Step 5
Place the tofu cubes or slices into the steaming basket in a single layer. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the tofu for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Once the tofu is steamed, carefully transfer it to a serving plate using tongs or a spatula.
Step 7
Drizzle the soy-free ginger sauce evenly over the steamed tofu.
Step 8
Optional: Garnish with a drizzle of sesame oil, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a light, Whole30-compliant dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1444.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 684.6 |
| Total Fat 38.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 901.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.8g | |
| Protein 63.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2814.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1016.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories