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