This crispy baked tofu recipe offers a delightful texture and flavor. It's marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, maple syrup, and spices, then baked until golden and crunchy. Perfect for adding to salads, stir-fries, or enjoying as a protein-packed snack.

Ingredients: 1 block extra firm tofu, pressed and drained. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 1 tablespoon maple syrup. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. 1 tablespoon cornstarch. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cooking spray or oil for greasing baking sheet.

Instructions: Set the oven's temperature to 400F, or 200C. Slice or cube the compressed tofu. Mix the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, cornstarch, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl. Once thoroughly coated, toss the tofu slices or cubes in the marinade. Ensure that the tofu are evenly spaced out on a baking sheet that has been oiled. Bake the tofu for 25 to 30 minutes, rotating it halfway through, or until it becomes crispy and golden. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

The savory tastes of sesame oil and soy sauce are combined with the sweetness of maple syrup in this incredibly delicious tofu recipe to create the ideal taste balance. The tofu's crispy outside and soft inside make it impossible to resist.

Ingredients: 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 1 tablespoon sesame oil. 1 tablespoon maple syrup. 1 tablespoon cornstarch. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon grated ginger. 2 green onions, chopped. 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish.

Instructions: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, and cornstarch. Add tofu cubes to the mixture and let marinate for 10 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, saut for 1 minute. Add marinated tofu cubes and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds on top for garnish. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes