This Asian inspired salad combines the salad and the dressing from the beginning, removing one less step from the traditional salad routine. And don't worry, the kale is tough enough to handle the oil for a couple of days!It's delicious, hearty and nu-citrus!
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 20 minutesmins
Total Time 30 minutesmins
Equipment
Stove
Ingredients
For the Pan Seared Tofu:
1blockTofu(extra firm)
2TbspSesame Oil(pure)
Start With the Kale:
Tuscan Kale(chopped; optional: stems removed)
1TbspEVOO
1TbspSesame Oil(toasted)
1cloveGarlic
2tspGinger(grated)
Top it With:
2tspTamari
1TbspRice Wine Vinegar
1/2Avocado
Edamame
Pumpkin Seeds
Scallions
Sesame Seeds
Orange Zest
Instructions
For the Pan Seared Tofu:
Prep by removing the block from the packaging
Press out all of the remaining liquid by placing block on a towel with weight on top
Let sit for at least 10 minutes (you can move on to prepping the kale while you wait)
Heat sesame oil in a pan
Cut pressed tofu block into cubes or rectangles
Sear tofu on both sides until crispy
Start With the Kale:
Place cut/stemmed kale in a bowl and add all ingredients
Massage generously until kale begins to wilt
Top it With:
Add all toppings you have or want including the tofu!