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How to make Baked Tofu! A delicious source of plant-based protein perfect for salads, spring rolls, Buddha bowls, or served with a side of veggies! Vegan and Gluten-Free adaptable. | www.feastingathome.com

Baked Tofu Recipe

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  • Author: Sylvia Fountaine | Feasting at Home
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: vegan, tofu recipe, main
  • Method: baked
  • Cuisine: american
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These restaurant tips will show you the secret to making bold, flavorful baked tofu every time! A healthy plant-based protein to add to dishes you are already making!


Ingredients

  • 16 ounces tofu- organic, firm or extra firm, non-GMO
  • salt and black pepper
  • Pick a marinade below!


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F
  2. Gently blot the block of tofu with paper towels. No need to press out all the moisture, just a little.
  3. Cut tofu into pieces (strips, cubes, squares, or filets) about 3/4 inches thick and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Make the marinade:
  5. Ginger Sesame Marinade: blend ingredients (except sesame seeds) together (using an immersion blender or mini blender) until smooth, pour over tofu, coating all sides well. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  6.  BBQ Tofu Marinade:  Sprinkle tofu with salt and pepper. Mix bbq sauce and 1-2 teaspoons sriracha together in a small bowl. Taste, adjust heat. If you like crispy tofu, stir in a couple of teaspoons of olive oil. Liberally coat the top and sides of the tofu with the bbq sauce.
  7.  Mexican Tofu Marinade: Stir all ingredients together in a small bowl then brush the marinade on the tofu.
  8. Bake until crispy- 25-35 minutes. For extra crispy, use convection, or use your broiler for a couple of minutes at the end.
  9. Leftovers will keep up to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Sesame Ginger Marinade Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce- or gluten-free Braggs Liquid amino acids
  • 1 tablespoon miso
  • 3-4 slices thin slices ginger- peels ok
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
  • 1-3 teaspoons chili paste (all optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

BBQ Tofu Marinade Ingredients

  •  ¾ cup bbq sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil ( for crispy texture)
  • 2-3 teaspoons sriracha or red chili paste

 Mexican Tofu Marinade

More flavorful marinades:  Peanut tofu marinade,  Authentic Szechuan Sauce, Teriyaki Sauce

For extra crispy, use the convection setting in your oven or broil for just a few minutes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 ounces tofu with sesame ginger marinade
  • Calories: 161
  • Sugar: 0.8 g
  • Sodium: 525.1 mg
  • Fat: 11.6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4.9 g
  • Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Protein: 11.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg