Chinese Lemon Tofu

Name: Chinese Lemon Tofu
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 32 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 14- ounce block extra firm tofu pressed; 1 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 tablespoons low-sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 2 teaspoons avocado oil; 2 green onions (divided into white/green portions and sliced); 3-5 cloves garlic (finely minced); 1 " knob of ginger (peeled and finely minced or grated); 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional, for lemon pepper tofu); 2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1/4 cup cane sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/3 cup imitation “chicken” broth (or sub vegetable broth); 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons); 1 teaspoon lemon zest (about 1 lemon); 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

Prep:8minCook:32min

Chinese Lemon Tofu features crispy, golden tofu nuggets drenched in a bright, sticky, and tart lemon sauce. Serve with rice and lemon slices for an irresistible takeout-style meal! Ready in 30 minutes. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free Option.

Updated at: Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:57:24 GMT