Vegan-Friendly Protein Dinner Recipe
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311 Calories
38 g Carbs
12 g Protein
12 g Fat
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2 servings

If you're vegetarian or vegan, meeting protein needs can be tough. This protein-packed tofu recipe provides the protein your muscles need and the taste your palate deserves!

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tsp sesame seed oil
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 pinch table salt
  • 12 oz tofu, firm
  • 1 tsp olive oil

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  1. Mix brown sugar, soy sauce, chili flakes, sesame oil, garlic cloves, ginger and sea salt in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Pour olive oil into sauce pan and heat.
  3. Fry tofu in pan for about 10 minutes.
  4. Pour sauce into pan and cook for 3-5 minutes. Sauce will thicken and the tofu will absorb much of it.
  5. When tofu is done, pour over your favorite carb source and eat up!

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