Sesame Seed Baked Tofu

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I had a picky 19 year-old try this and he gobbled it up, as did everybody else at the table. People were disappointed, but only because I didn't have enough.

Submitted by Burgz
Updated on January 4, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
6 slices
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Ingredients

  • 10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 6 slices

  • ¼ cup water

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

  • 1 green onion, minced

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Arrange tofu slices into a square baking dish in a single layer.

  3. Stir water, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil while stirring continually. Pour sesame oil into the boiling mixture while stirring to incorporate fully; remove from heat and pour over the tofu.

  4. Marinate tofu for 15 minutes.

  5. Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Cook sesame seeds in skillet until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  6. Bake tofu in preheated oven until it looks glazed, about 25 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

Cook's Note:

If preparing tofu in advance, refrigerate overnight to marinate, rotating tofu occasionally to keep covered.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

201 Calories
11g Fat
15g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 201
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Sodium 919mg 40%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 13g 27%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 554mg 43%
Iron 9mg 48%
Potassium 275mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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