This recipe combines the flavours found in Thai and Vietnamese cooking such as basil, ginger and sesame. Prepare in advance so that the tofu can absorb the flavours. Tip: If you don’t like the flavour of tofu in its natural form, thinly slice it and marinate in your favourite flavours before cooking ;)
1 package medium firm tofu
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 scallion, chopped
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce
1 inch knob ginger, chopped
Place ingredients in a bowl and marinate for at least one hour, making sure that the tofu is well covered with the mixture. Heat a drop of oil in a frying pan and lightly fry each side of tofu until golden-brown (for approximately 5-10 minutes). Serve with bean sprouts or other fresh vegetables of your choice!
Thanks Carolyn! It means to only eat locally grown items within 100 miles from where you live. Something that I couldn't do in Canada because the growing season is so short.
Well some people manage to do the one-hundred mile diet in southern climes of Canada, but their diets are more limited than if they lived in warmer climates. It involves storing a lot of root vegetables, preserving foods, and probably cheating once in a while! ;)
Sounds tasty! Just curious, what is the 100 mile diet? Vote #2!
Thanks Carolyn! It means to only eat locally grown items within 100 miles from where you live. Something that I couldn't do in Canada because the growing season is so short.
