For me, a quick weeknight meal often relies on a stir-fry dish, a rice cooker steaming with long-grained white rice, and a simple dessert of fresh tangerines. If you want a vegetarian version, omit ...

1. Drain the tofu and halve it horizontally to make 2 thin rectangles. Line a 10-inch baking dish with several layers of paper towel or clean cotton kitchen towel. Gently place the tofu on the towels.