Baked Sesame Tofu

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Start by pressing the tofu for at least 10 minutes using a tofu press or a plate weighed down with cans.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 425F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (optional, makes cleanup easier). Slice tofu into 1" cubes.

Step 3

Add tofu to a large plastic bag or container, or do this step directly on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with oil, corn starch, soy sauce, and salt. Gently toss to coat the tofu.

Step 4

Spread the tofu into a single layer on the baking sheet so that they don't overlap. Bake at 425 on the middle oven rack for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through.

Step 5

Meanwhile, make the sesame sauce. Add sesame oil to a small sauce pot over medium heat. Once hot, add garlic and ginger. Saute until golden and aromatic, about one minute.

Step 6

Stir in the vegetable broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Mix together one tablespoon cornstarch and one tablespoon water in a small dish to form a "slurry". Stir this into the pot, then reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 7

Allow to simmer until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon without sliding off, which should happen quickly.

Step 8

Heat a small pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sesame seeds. Stir consistently until toasted and aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Toss the baked tofu in the sesame sauce and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with rice, broccoli, and green onions.