Maple-Dijon Crispy Tofu

Name: Maple-Dijon Crispy Tofu
Prep time: 1 h 35 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 to 4
Ingredients: 1 (14-ounce) block of Earth Grown Extra Firm Organic Tofu; 1 ½ tablespoons Simply Nature Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil*; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 ½ tablespoons maple syrup; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

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Prep Time
1 hr 35 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
3 to 4
Calories
187 kcal
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
American

Maple-Dijon Crispy Tofu

Bianca Sampson

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Ingredients

Servings

1 (14-ounce) block of Earth Grown Extra Firm Organic Tofu
1 ½ tablespoons Simply Nature Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil*
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 ½ tablespoons maple syrup
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (¼ teaspoon for spicy)

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Instructions

Drain the tofu and pat it well with a clean dish towel or paper towels to remove excess water. Slice the tofu widthwise into ⅓-inch thick slices (10 to 12 slabs on a 14-ounce block). Cover with a dry dish towel or paper towels and gently press down to remove as much water as you can without crushing the tofu.
Heat the oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Line a sheet pan or large plate with paper towels. Once the oil is nice and hot, add the tofu slices. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes, gently moving the tofu slabs around the pan as needed to coat evenly in the oil, or until the bottom is golden browned.** Using a spatula, flip the tofu and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on the other side until evenly browned. Transfer the tofu to the paper towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Note: I find it helpful to use a large spatula and a smaller offset spatula or butter knife to flip the tofu.
Whisk together the mustard, vinegar, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the glaze into the hot pan. Simmer for 30 to 45 seconds, stirring frequently, until thickened a bit. Turn off the heat and add the tofu slabs back to the pan and coat well in the sauce. Take off the heat.
Storage / Reheating: Store cooled tofu in an airtight container for 4 to 5days. To reheat tofu, add a touch of oil or cooking spray to a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the tofu and cook for 3minutes, flip, and cook for another 3 minutes. If desired, you can make more glaze and brush it on after reheating.

Notes

*If not using a nonstick pan, you will need a bit more oil, about 2 tablespoons.
** You may need to stand back to avoid oil sputter.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 187kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Sodium 171mg (7%) Potassium 259mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 40IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 64mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3to 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 187 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	187kcal	9%
Carbohydrates	14g	5%
Protein	10g	20%
Fat	10g	15%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Sodium	171mg	7%
Potassium	259mg	6%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	11g	22%
Vitamin A	40IU	1%
Vitamin C	1mg	1%
Calcium	64mg	6%
Iron	2mg	11%