Crisp Black Sesame Tofu

Description
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Ingredients

 * 2/3 cup chopped scallions (white and light green parts)
 * 1 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
 * 1 cup mung bean sprouts
 * 1/3 cup sesame seeds
 * 1 lb. extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 8 slices), drained well and patted dry
 * 4 Tbs. roasted garlic oil or olive oil
 * 1 1/2 Tbs. peeled minced fresh ginger
 * 1/4 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. Heat 2 Tbs. oil in heavy skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Evenly divide tofu between the 2 plates, leaning sesame tofu against vegetable mounds.

3. Add remaining 2 Tbs. oil to skillet. Add ginger and cook over medium heat, stirring often, 1 minute. Stir in rice vinegar, bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Drizzle tofu and vegetables with pan sauce. Serve hot.