Chinese
Chinese Five-Spice Tofu & Green Beans
Crisp tofu and blistered green beans in a glossy five-spice, ginger, and black-vinegar sauce.

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Serves4
The good part
Crisp tofu and blistered green beans in a glossy five-spice, ginger, and black-vinegar sauce.
Gather
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, cubed
- 12 oz green beans
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp black vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Chinese five-spice
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Neutral oil and rice
Make
Method
- 01Press tofu dry and whisk tamari, vinegar, maple, five-spice, ginger, garlic, and ¼ cup water.
- 02Pan-sear tofu in a hot skillet until crisp on at least two sides.
- 03Blister green beans in the same pan with a splash of water, then add the tofu back.
- 04Pour in sauce and toss 1 to 2 minutes until glazed; serve over rice.
Keep cooking
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