Crispy and Healthy Baked Tofu

Get ready for some plant-based deliciousness with this Crispy Baked Tofu recipe! Crunchy, protein-packed, and totally delicious, this dish will have you asking, "chicken who?"

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Servings

Calories 107kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

1 block 12 oz - 16 oz of extra firm tofu
1 tablespoon of avocado oil grapeseed, olive oil (any vegetable oil will work)
1 tablespoon of cornstarch this helps make the tofu crispy!
2 tablespoons of soy sauce or liquid aminos like Bragg!
1 tsp seasoning of choice garlic powder, black pepper, zaatar, cajun, etc.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Drain the tofu. All forms of tofu (extra firm, firm, medium, silken) contain water. Drainage will help crisp up our tofu in the oven! Drain using a tofu press for 15-30 minutes or wrap tofu in a paper towel (or two) and place a cutting board or heavy, stable pan on tofu to squeeze out the excess water (15-30 minutes)
Cut the tofu in half. Cut each half in half so that you are left with four long pieces of tofu. Cut the slabs into 3/4 inch-1 inch pieces or any shape you desire (triangles!). Depending on your desired crispness level, cut the tofu into smaller pieces.
Add tofu into a large mixing bowl and add the oil and soy sauce/tamari, tossing the tofu evenly
Add the cornstarch and any desired seasonings. Toss carefully until your tofu cubes are coated evenly.
Place all tofu cubes on the baking sheet so that they are spread evenly and are not overlapping or touching.
Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and flip each bite so they cook evenly! Bake for 15 minutes or until your tofu reaches your achieved crispiness!
Serve immediately (or with your favorite sauce!)! These are best eaten fresh to retain the crispiness.

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