Description
This crispy baked tofu recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy tofu, perfect for salads, bowls, or as a snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain and press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into bite-sized cubes.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch and garlic powder. Toss the tofu cubes in this mixture until evenly coated.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the coated cubes and mix well. Arrange on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, adding sesame seeds in the last five minutes.
- For the dipping sauce, mix honey (or maple syrup) with Sriracha in a bowl.
Notes
- Ensure to press the tofu well for the best texture.
- Adjust Sriracha based on your spice tolerance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg