The Best Baked Tofu Recipes

5 CRISPY BAKED TOFU RECIPES {LOW CALORIE}

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400° and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a clean kitchen towel atop a plate.
• Slice the tofu into 1 inch cubes and add to the paper towel lined plate.
• Cover the tofu with the towel, and place a heavy plate or pan atop the tofu. This will help drain out some of the moisture. Let sit for 10 minutes or all day in the fridge.
• Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients (less the toppings and the cornstarch) to a large bowl and mix well.
• Once the tofu is done draining, move from the towel and into the bowl. Toss to combine.
• Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu, and toss the tofu until the starch is evenly coated.
• Add the tofu over to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in an even layer.
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing the tofu halfway, until browned and crispy on the edges.
• Add any toppings and serve. Will hold in the fridge for 3 days, toss in a dry hot pan to reheat and re-crisp the tofu.

THE BEST BAKED TOFU

Steps:

• 1. Preheat over to 400'Florida Grease a cookie sheet, set aside
• 2. Take tofu out of package and drain Place tofu between a couple of paper towels, or clean tarry cloths/dish rags. Place a heavy skillet on top of tofu to press out excess moisture. Let sit pressed at least 1 hour.
• 3. Once tofu has been pressed of excess moisture, remove from between the towels and cut it into 2 inch planks. Set aside.
• 4. In a small mixing bowl whisky together all other remaining ingredients to make a marinade.
• 5. Carefully (avoid breaking tofu) dip the tofu planks in the marinade, covering both sides. Arrange the tofu on the greased cookie sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before handling.

BAKED TOFU

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a large baking sheet.
• Gently press tofu pieces to release as much water as possible. Arrange tofu on the prepared baking sheet.
• Whisk soy sauce, agave nectar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger together in a bowl until marinade is evenly combined. Brush half of the marinade over tofu pieces.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Flip tofu and brush remaining marinade over tofu. Sprinkle sesame seeds over tofu. Continue baking until tofu is crisp, about 30 minutes more. Transfer tofu to a wire rack using a spatula; cool.

CRISPY BAKED TOFU

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. Blot tofu dry. Cut into 3/4-in. cubes. Place on a clean kitchen towel; cover with another towel. Place a cutting board on top; gently place a large cast iron skillet on top. Let stand 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Place cornstarch in a separate shallow dish. Add tofu to soy mixture; turn to coat. Add tofu, a few pieces at a time, to the cornstarch; toss to coat. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake until cubes are golden brown and crispy, 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through. Garnish with green onions, if desired.