Tofu with cilantro sauce (recipe)

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Tofu with cilantro sauce (recipe)
NameTofu with cilantro sauce
IngredientsFirm tofu Salt Canola oil Fresh cilantro Soy sauce Light brown sugar
Cooktime (in hours)0.5
Preptime (in hours)0.166666667
Totaltime (in hours)0.666666667
Keto friendlinessKeto friendly
Calories158.7
Fat11.8
Protein10.4
Carbohydrate5.3
Fiber1.3
Net carbohydrates4
Sugar3.1
Saturated fat1.5
Cholesterol (mg)0
Sodium2263.6
Servings4
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Tofu with cilantro sauce (recipe) is a keto friendly food item with net carbohydrates of about 4-5 per serving.

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Tofu with cilantro sauce (recipe)


  1. Cut the tofu into 4 thick slices. Place slices in a pot containing 3 cups cold water and the salt. Soak for 30 minutes, then slowly bring it almost to a boil, and cook without boiling for 5 minutes.
  2. While tofu is heating, prepare the sauce. Heat the canola oil in a skillet and add the ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute, then add the cilantro, soy sauce and sugar. Cook for 1 minute over high heat.
  3. Remove tofu from heat, drain, carefully transfer to a warm serving dish, and spoon sauce over it.
  4. Suggested serving: Brown rice and steamed veggies.

    Food tags
    Beans, Asian, Very Low Carbs, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol,, Easy



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Prep Time in Hours and Mins:40M

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