Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Firm tofu, cubed | 520 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds | 35 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Sesame oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Dry ginger | 3 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the cubed firm tofu and sesame seeds and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the Sesame oil, Dry ginger, and rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray.
- Roast until hot and lightly crisp, turning midway so the edges color evenly.
- Serve warm in a modest portion.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-snack adaptation)
Sesame Roasted Tofu Cubes is roasted rather than deep-fried and is best served warm. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Sesame Roasted Tofu Cubes
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (96g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 193 kcal | 186 kcal |
| Protein | 16.6 g | 16.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.3 g | 4.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 2.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.04 g | 0.03 g |
| Total Fat | 13.9 g | 13.5 g |
| Calcium | 671.9 mg | 649.5 mg |
| Iron | 3.37 mg | 3.26 mg |
| Magnesium | 74.3 mg | 71.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 209.2 mg | 202.2 mg |
| Potassium | 248 mg | 239 mg |
| Sodium | 281 mg | 271 mg |
| Zinc | 1.89 mg | 1.83 mg |
| Copper | 0.59 mg | 0.57 mg |
| Manganese | 1.38 mg | 1.33 mg |
| Selenium | 18.0 µg | 17.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.01 µg | 0.01 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.4 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.19 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.11 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.66 mg | 0.64 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 31.9 µg | 30.9 µg |
| Choline | 1.8 mg | 1.7 mg |
