Crisp Black Sesame Tofu

Ingredients

 * ⅔ cup chopped scallions (white and light green parts)
 * 1 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
 * 1 cup mung bean sprouts
 * ⅓ cup sesame seeds
 * 1 lb extra-firm tofu, cut into ½-inch-thick slices (about 8 slices), drained well and patted dry
 * 4 tbsp roasted garlic oil or olive oil
 * 1½ tbsp peeled minced fresh ginger
 * ¼ cup rice vinegar

Directions

 * 1) In medium bowl, mix scallions, bell pepper and bean sprouts. Evenly divide vegetables between 2 plates.
 * 2) Place sesame seeds on small plate. Dredge tofu slices in sesame seeds to coat on all sides.
 * 3) Heat 2 tbsp oil in heavy skillet over medium heat.
 * 4) Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
 * 5) Evenly divide tofu between the 2 plates, leaning sesame tofu against vegetable mounds.
 * 6) Add remaining 2 tbsp oil to skillet.
 * 7) Add ginger and cook over medium heat, stirring often, 1 minute.
 * 8) Stir in rice vinegar, bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
 * 9) Drizzle tofu and vegetables with pan sauce.
 * 10) Serve hot.