Oil-Free Kung Pao Tofu - Center for Nutrition Studies

Ingredients

• 14–16 ounces extra firm tofu, pressed for 30 minutes
• ¼–¾ cup roasted unsalted peanuts (optional)
• Freshly sliced green onions (optional)
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 2 Tbsp reduced-sodium tamari
• 2 Tbsp low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tsp molasses (see tips)
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp tahini
• ¾–1 ½ tsp chili garlic sauce
• ⅛ tsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 ½ tsp chili garlic sauce
• 1–1 ½ tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)