Asian Ginger-Soy Marinade

This Asian Ginger-Soy Marinade is a bold marinade infusion for tofu with a rich, umami depth, featuring savory soy sauce and fresh ginger's zesty warmth. Hints of garlic and sesame add to the complexity, creating a savory profile with a touch of sweetness for a balanced, aromatic flavor.

Ingredients

1/4 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari

1/4 cup Rice Vinegar

2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil

1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup or Agave Nectar

2 Cloves Garlic, minced

1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, minced

1 tsp Sriracha or other Hot Sauce (optional)

1 Tablespoon Sesame Seeds (optional)

Instructions

Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.

Pour over tofu and marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably a few hours or overnight.

Below is a simple recipe for this marinade, but you can use this marinade with any of your favorite recipes.

Asian Ginger Soy Tofu Stir-Fry

Ingredients

1 Block Tofu, pressed, cubed, and marinated in Asian ginger soy marinade

1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil

1 Small Onion, sliced

1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced

1 cup Broccoli Florets

1/2 cup Snap Peas

2 Green Onions, sliced

Sesame Seeds, for garnish

Rice or Noodles, for serving

Instructions

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated tofu (reserve any leftover marinade) and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set tofu aside.

In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Return tofu to the skillet, pour in any reserved marinade, and stir to coat everything well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, and serve over rice or noodles.