Honey-Glazed Tofu on Pumpkin Seed Couscous

From Vegetarian Times - "Cracked black pepper—a coarser grind of the kitchen staple—lends a lightly spicy flavor without the bite of fresh chiles or hot sauce. If you can’t find shelled pumpkin seeds (also called pepitas), substitute your favorite chopped nuts."

ingredient list

Serves 6

Honey-Glazed Tofu

• 2 10-oz. pkgs. extra-firm tofu
• 2 tsp. cracked black pepper
• 2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup honey
  
  Pumpkin Seed Couscous
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 cup frozen edamame, thawed
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat couscous
• 1/2 cup toasted unsalted pumpkin seeds

Directions

1. To make Honey-Glazed Tofu: Place tofu between two plates and set heavy pot on top. Drain 10 minutes, and pat dry. Cut tofu into 3/8-inch-thick slices. Combine pepper, thyme, and salt in small bowl. Coat tofu slices with pepper mixture, and set aside.
2. To make Pumpkin Seed Couscous: Bring broth, carrots, edamame, olive oil, and salt to a boil in covered saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in couscous and cover. Let steam 5 minutes, then fluff with fork.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil and honey in large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbling. Place tofu in pan, and cook 3 minutes. Turn, and cook 3 minutes more, spooning thickening sauce over tofu.
4. To serve: Stir pumpkin seeds into couscous. Spoon onto plates, and top with Honey-Glazed Tofu.

Nutritional Information

Per SERVING:

Calories	577
Protein	26g
Total Fat	26g
Saturated Fat	3g
Carbs	71g
Choelsterol	0mg
Sodium	444mg
Fiber	10g
Sugar	27g