Limantro Tofu

Marinate tofu cubes in a lime and cilantro-based sauce for a flavorful, vegetarian dish. Serve over brown rice for a hearty meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 217 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more if needed
• 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix cilantro, garlic, lime zest and juice, soy sauce, cumin, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Add tofu and marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour to overnight. Remove tofu with a slotted spoon.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir marinated tofu until browned on all sides, 10 to 15 minutes.