How to Bake Tofu

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Resting Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 5 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    123 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Bake Tofu

Learn how to make crispy baked tofu that's not mushy or bland. Grab the easy tutorial for how to press tofu, dry it properly and oven-bake!

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Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces extra firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F with a baking tray inside.
  2. Open the tofu and drain, press the tofu between two pieces of paper towels or kitchen towel. Place a cast iron pan or something heavy on top. Let stand for 20 minutes to drain the excess liquid.
  3. Cut the tofu into cubes and toss with oil, soy sauce, and black pepper. Add cornstarch and toss until coated, let sit for a minute, toss again.
  4. Carefully lift the tofu cubes out of the bowl, leaving the excess starch in the bowl. Place on the hot baking tray.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then use a spatula to flip each cube of tofu. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the tofu is golden brown. Serve as desired.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftover baked tofu in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 123kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 381mg (16%) Potassium 21mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 3IU (0%) Calcium 110mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 123 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 123kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 381mg 16%
Potassium 21mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 3IU 0%
Calcium 110mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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