Tahini Caesar with Crispy Tofu
Tahini Caesar with crispy tofu features baked tofu and a tahini-based dressing served over fresh greens.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tofu (firm, drained and pressed) | 500 | Grams |
| Olive Oil (for baking tofu) | 3 | Tbsp |
| Cornstarch (for coating tofu) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Romaine Lettuce (washed and chopped) | 2 | Head |
| Tahini (for dressing) | 100 | Grams |
| Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed) | 4 | Tbsp |
| Garlic (minced) | 2 | Clove |
| Water (for thinning dressing) | 60 | Ml |
| Parmesan Cheese (grated) | 50 | Grams |
| Salt (to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Croutons (store-bought or homemade) | 100 | Grams |
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
- Toss the tofu cubes with olive oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the tofu on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Add the baked tofu to the salad.
- Drizzle the tahini dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Prep
- Drain and press tofu for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
Baking SheetWhisk