Crispy Seaweed Tofu Bites with Creamy Asian Tahini Dressing

Name: Crispy Seaweed Tofu Bites with Creamy Asian Tahini Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: • 14 to 16 ounces super firm or extra firm tofu; • 5 to 6 sheets nori seaweed; • 1/3 cup tahini; • 4 teaspoon fresh lime juice; • 4 teaspoons tamari; • 4 teaspoons rice vinegar; • 1 ½ tablespoons date syrup or maple syrup; • 2 chopped Calabrian chili peppers or 1 red chili pepper, finely minced (optional); • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:25min

These Crispy Seaweed Tofu Bites are here to put your mind at ease while treating your taste buds! Love tofu but worry about its impact on your thyroid? Packed with iodine-rich nori seaweed, they’re a delicious way to balance the so-called goitrogenic effects of soy. While soy might interfere with thyroid function in people with low iodine levels, the solution isn’t to avoid these nutrient powerhouses—it’s to ensure you’re getting enough iodine. This recipe is a crunchy, flavorful way to do just that!

Updated at: Sun, 17 Nov 2024 19:46:29 GMT