ASIAN SALAD WITH SESAME TOFU

This is a very satisfying meal that’s easy to throw together on a hot summer day.

Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free

---

Ingredients

• 1/2 block of extra firm organic tofu

• 2 T tamari

• 1-1/2 T sesame seeds

• 2 T potato starch

• 1 T flour

• 1/4 t pink salt (optional)

• Drizzle of EVOO for sautéing

• 2 c of shredded napa cabbage

• 2 c spring mix

• 2 c cooked edamame beans

• 1 small cucumber, diced

• 1/2 avocado, diced
  

  Dressing:

• 1 T sesame seeds

• 1 T EVOO

• 4 T tamari

• 2 T pure maple syrup

• 3 T rice wine vinegar

• 2 t fresh ginger, minced

---

Directions

Cut up the tofu and arrange it in a shallow dish. Let it marinate for several minutes with tamari and 1 Tbsp of water.

In another shallow bowl, whisk sesame seeds, potato starch, flour, salt, and 3-1/2 Tbsp of water. Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet. Dip each tofu into the batter, letting the excess drip off, and sauté til golden brown on both sides.

While the tofu cooks, boil the edamame (according to the package), assemble the salad, and make the dressing.

Combine everything and enjoy!