Crispy Teriyaki Tofu

Ingredients

extra firm tofu

1 1/2 (14 oz) block

avocado oil

1 1/2 tbsp

soy sauce

Soy-freecoconut aminosreduce added sugar slightly since aminos are sweeter

1 1/2 tbsp1 1/2 tbsp

cornstarch

3 tbsp

water

3/8 cup

soy sauce

Soy-freecoconut aminosreduce added sugar slightly since aminos are sweeter

4 1/2 tbsp4 1/2 tbsp

rice vinegar

4 1/2 tbsp

brown sugar

4 1/2 tbsp

cornstarch

3 tsp

toasted sesame oil

1 1/2 tsp

garlicgrated or minced

3 cloves

gingergrated

3 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

dash

green onionssliced

5

toasted sesame seeds

1 1/2 tbsp

Method

1. 01Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. 02Wrap tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel, place on a plate, set a heavy object on top, and press for 20 to 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
3. 03Tear or cut tofu into bite-size pieces.
4. 04Place tofu on a baking sheet, drizzle with avocado oil and soy sauce, sprinkle with cornstarch, toss gently to coat, and spread into a single layer.
5. 05Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.28 min
6. 06Whisk together water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
7. 07Pour sauce into a large skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
8. 08Add crispy tofu to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
9. 09Serve over rice or noodles with broccoli. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

Fits

• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Pescatarian