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Teriyaki Tofu

Amazing Teriyaki Tofu recipe made with simple ingredients, pieces of tofu marinated and baked to perfection, then smothered in a flavorful sauce, delicious served with brown rice and broccoli.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Teriyaki Tofu
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 216kcal

Ingredients

Tofu Marinade

  • 1 package extra-firm tofu super-firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 2 tablespoons brown rice flour
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca flour
  • 2 tablespoons Bragg's liquid aminos
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chicken style seasoning or vegetable bouillon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil

Teriyaki Sauce

  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice or 1/2 cup fresh pineapple
  • 1/4 cup Bragg liquid aminos
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon roasted sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
  • spring onion chopped for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Whisk marinade ingredients and set aside. Drain and press tofu to release extra water. Cut tofu into squares or triangles and spread marinade on. Careful, tofu is a bit delicate! Leave to marinate for 30 minutes at least, but feel free to let it stay longer, even overnight in the refrigerator will work.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Slightly oil or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay tofu slices in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, turning tofu slices after 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place all sauce ingredients including pineapple in a high speed blender and process until smooth. Transfer sauce to a large saucepan or skillet on medium heat and bring to a boil stirring with a whisk until thicken. Add tofu to sauce and gently stir to coat. Garnish with spring onion and sesame seeds. Delicious served with brown jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 2mg