Waffled Tofu — Wacky, But It’s a Thing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 package (14 ounces) firm or extra-firm tofu, cut into 3/4-inch thick slices
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil, plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon yellow miso paste
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce, plus more for serving
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 cups cooked Asian-style short grain rice or Thai sticky rice
- Sriracha, for serving
- Black sesame seeds, for serving (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 59g | |
| Calories 484 | |
| Calories from Fat 483 | 100% |
| Total Fat 54.44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 8.46g | 34% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 299mg | 12% |
| Potassium 12mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 0.47g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.09g | 0% |
| Protein 0.33g | 1% |
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