Ingredients

• 6 ounces firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 green onion
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes

Preparation

1. Slice the tofu into 4 rectangle slices. Pat each piece dry with a paper towel.
2. Heat a frying pan with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil on high heat.
3. Add the tofu and reduce to low-medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown.
4. Once the bottom of each piece is golden brown, turn it over and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown. 
5. To make the dipping sauce mince the garlic and chop the green onion. Combine minced garlic, chopped green onion, sugar or honey, reduced-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil and hot pepper flakes (optional) in a small mixing bowl.

Helpful hints

• Be cautious with reduced-sodium soy sauce, it does still contain high amounts of sodium.
• You may substitute sugar for the honey.
• If you prefer, leave out the hot pepper flakes.