Sticky Garlic Tofu with Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 block Extra-firm Tofu
• 12 oz Green Beans
• 3 tbsp Tamari
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 5 cloves Garlic
• 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 2 cups Jasmine Rice
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
• ¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes

1. 1Cook jasmine rice according to package directions.
2. 2Toss tofu cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tofu 5–6 minutes until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. 3In the same skillet, add green beans. Cook 4–5 minutes until blistered and tender-crisp. Remove.
4. 4Whisk together tamari, maple syrup, rice vinegar, remaining cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water. Pour into the skillet with sesame oil and garlic. Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.
5. 5Return tofu and green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sticky sauce. Season with salt to taste.
6. 6Serve over rice, topped with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes.