Teriyaki Tofu
Teriyaki Tofu is a flavorful dish that offers a harmonious balance of sweet and savory elements, with umami depth and aromatic accents from ginger and garlic. Its crispy tofu texture complements the rich teriyaki sauce, making it a satisfying and delicious meal.
Ingredients
For tofu
- 5 oz. firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For Teriyaki sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or low-sodium soy sauce for a reduced-salt option)
- 1 tsp powdered ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
For servings
- Sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish (optional)
- Cooked rice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Crumble the tofu and place it in a bowl. Toss the crumbled tofu with cornstarch and olive oil until evenly coated. Spread the coated tofu on a baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes, or until it becomes golden and slightly crispy.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, powdered ginger, honey, ketchup, and minced garlic until well combined.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, pour the sauce mixture. Add cornstarch and water. Stir continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and thick. This should take a few minutes. Remove it from heat.
- Once the tofu is baked and slightly crispy, remove it from the oven. Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the baked tofu, coating it evenly.
- Serve the teriyaki tofu over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions, if desired. Enjoy!