Sesame Tofu With Spinach

From the moosewood cafe simple suppers cookbook.

Slice the tofu lengthwise into 4 rectangular slabs , than half each piece to get squares.

Spread the sesame seeds on a plate.

Press all surfaces of each tofu square into the seeds to coat.

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet on medium heat.

Arrange the tofu in a single layer and cook about 5 minutes carefully turn and cook 5 minutes on other side.

Add soy sauce and tabasco , turn the squares over , and cook another minute.

Transfer squares to a plate.

Add the oil and garlic to the pan and saut for about 30 seconds , until golden.

Add the still damp rinsed spinach and cook for 1-2 more minutes , stirring constantly.

Cook until wilted but still bright green.

Season to taste with salt & pepper.

Serve the tofu on top of the spinach.

firm tofu, sesame seeds, dark sesame oil, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, olive oil, garlic cloves, baby spinach, salt, pepper