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A plate of rice, carrots, and tofu with an egg roll.

Blackened Tofu with Ponzu Sauce

Pan fried tofu topped with homemade Ponzu sauce.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Hezzi-D

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 14 oz. firm or extra firm tofu
  • 1 Tablespoon five spice powder or blackened seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 c. Ponzu sauce
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced on a diagonal

Instructions

  • Drain the water from the tofu. Press in between two plates with a heavy object on top or use a tofu press.
  • Cut the tofu into four to six 3/4 inch slices
  • Sprinkle each piece of tofu with salt, pepper, and either the five spice powder or blackened seasoning.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the tofu and cook for 4 minutes per side.
  • Add in the Ponzu sauce and cook for 1 minute per side.
  • Remove from the oven and top with green onions.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Steamy Kitchen's Healthy Asian Favorites cookbook