Perfect Crispy Baked Tofu
 
Prep time
Cook time
Total time
 
It's crispy, sweet, salty and PERFECT in every conceivable way! I have no doubts you will love this recipe as much as I did.
Author:
Recipe type: Vegan
Serves: 3-4 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu
  • For the Sauce:
  • ¼ cup liquid aminos or soy sauce (I recommend low sodium)
  • 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly grease parchment paper with olive oil.
  3. Drain tofu and dry thoroughly (but gently) with paper towel or clean cloth towel by pressing on sides and soaking up liquid.
  4. Place tofu block (big side down) on one end of a clean cloth towel. Fold towel over so the block is covered on top and bottom.
  5. Place a heavy plate or medium pan on top of the block and let sit for 15-20 minutes to soak up liquid.
  6. Once dry, on a cutting board, cut block into 1-inch cubes or rectangles.
  7. Arrange pieces on lined baking sheet, making sure they don't touch. (If you made rectangles, arrange them with the large side down.)
  8. Bake 20 minutes.
  9. Flip tofu pieces with small tongs or fingers (cool off a bit if using fingers.)
  10. Bake another 20 minutes.
  11. Meanwhile, in a low large bowl, combine all sauce ingredients.
  12. Once tofu is done, soak in sauce for 10 minutes, flip and soak another 5 minutes.
  13. Serve warm over rice and/or cooked veggies.
  14. Store extra in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
* Nutrition facts are a rough estimate.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: ⅓ recipe Calories: 194 Fat: 11.9g Carbohydrates: 11.8g Sugar: 7.1g Sodium: 604mg Protein: 16.2g
Recipe by Wake Up to Waffles at https://wakeuptowaffles.com/perfect-crispy-baked-tofu/