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Marinated Tofu Skewers

Marinated Tofu Skewers

A simple and flavorful tofu skewer recipe that uses expired soy sauce while ensuring food safety and reducing food waste.

Prep time:
40 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • 1/4 cup expired soy sauce (safe to consume)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 package (14 oz) firm tofu, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the expired soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
  2. Place the cubed tofu in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over it. Gently toss to coat the tofu evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated tofu, bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  5. Season the skewers with salt and pepper.
  6. Grill the skewers for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tofu and vegetables are nicely charred and cooked through.
  7. Brush the remaining marinade onto the skewers while grilling.
  8. Serve the marinated tofu skewers as a delicious appetizer or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
  9. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Teriyaki Stir-Fry

Teriyaki Stir-Fry

A delicious stir-fry recipe that uses expired soy sauce, ensuring food safety while reducing food waste.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons expired soy sauce (safe to consume)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add the bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the sliced chicken to the other side. Cook until the chicken is heated through.
  5. Pour the expired soy sauce over the stir-fry and toss everything together until well-coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the soy sauce is heated thoroughly.
  7. Serve the teriyaki stir-fry over cooked rice.
  8. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Soy Sauce Glazed Salmon

Soy Sauce Glazed Salmon

A mouthwatering glazed salmon recipe that uses slightly expired soy sauce, ensuring food safety while reducing food waste.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons slightly expired soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable oil.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
  4. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the salmon fillets, making sure they are evenly coated.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and glazed.
  6. Serve the soy sauce glazed salmon with your choice of sides.
  7. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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