Marinated Baked Tofu

Tofu, also known as bean curd, is made from soy milk and is a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine. It is a great source of plant-based protein.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Marinated Baked Tofu

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Asian, Vegetarian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Tofu
• 2 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 stalk Green onions
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into cubes or slices.
3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, maple syrup, and cornstarch.
4. Add the tofu to the marinade and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
5. Place the marinated tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tofu is golden and crispy.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.