Easy Baked Tofu

45 mins
Serves 4
https://www.acouplecooks.com/baked-tofu/

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. 2Preheat oven to 425°F.
  3. 3Preheat oven to 425°F.
  4. 4Cut tofu into 3/4-inch cubes.
  5. 5Cut tofu into 3/4-inch cubes.
  6. 6Cut tofu into 3/4-inch cubes.
  7. 7Pat tofu dry with paper towels.
  8. 8Pat tofu dry with paper towels.
  9. 9Pat tofu dry with paper towels.
  10. 10Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, liquid smoke, sriracha, and salt.
  11. 11Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, liquid smoke, sriracha, and salt.
  12. 12Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, liquid smoke, sriracha, and salt.
  13. 13Add tofu cubes and toss to coat.
  14. 14Add tofu cubes and toss to coat.
  15. 15Add tofu cubes and toss to coat.
  16. 16Add cornstarch and toss again.
  17. 17Add cornstarch and toss again.
  18. 18Add cornstarch and toss again.
  19. 19Place tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  20. 20Place tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  21. 21Place tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  22. 22Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  23. 23Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  24. 24Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  25. 25Let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat to crisp before serving
  26. 26Let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat to crisp before serving
  27. 27Let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat to crisp before serving

Ingredients

  • 1 15-ounce block extra firm tofu
  • 1 15-ounce block extra firm tofu
  • 1 15-ounce block extra firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha (or other hot sauce, optional)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha (or other hot sauce, optional)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha (or other hot sauce, optional)
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch (or arrowroot starch)
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch (or arrowroot starch)
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch (or arrowroot starch)

Equipment

ovenbaking sheetdish towellarge bowlspatula

Tips

  • Use extra-firm tofu. If you prefer simpler flavors, substitute olive oil, salt, and garlic powder for the soy sauce, liquid smoke, and sriracha. For crispier results after refrigerating leftovers, bake at 350°F for 5 minutes after sprinkling with salt. Arrowroot starch can be substituted for cornstarch. Marinate for at least 30 minutes but not overnight