2020-04-19

Crispy Baked Tofu

Ingredients

  • 1 block extra-firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Drain the tofu and gently squeeze out some of the water. 
  4. Slice the tofu into thirds lengthwise. 
  5. Stack the slabs on top of each other and slice through them lengthwise to make 3 even columns.
  6. Slice across to make 5 even rows.
  7. Line a cutting board with a lint-free tea towel or paper towels, then arrange the tofu in an even layer on the towel. 
  8. Fold the towel(s) over the cubed tofu.
  9. Place something heavy on top. 
  10. Let the tofu rest for 30 minutes.
  11. Put the pressed tofu in a bowl and toss with the olive oil and soy sauce. 
  12. Sprinkle the starch over the tofu and toss until evenly coated.
  13. Arrange the tofu in an even layer on the cookie sheet. 
  14. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing the tofu halfway, until the tofu is deeply golden on the edges.

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