Easy Baked Tofu

Our favorite easy baked tofu recipe! Simple to prepare, only 6 ingredients, and such delicious savory flavor. Perfect for snacking, salads, rice bowls, etc. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

This simple marinated baked tofu is so flavorful and versatile.

Plus it is only 6 ingredients and filled with plant-based protein.

Since tofu is basically a blank palette, this easy marinade brings tons of savory flavor.

Ingredients for Baked Tofu

For this recipe you will need:

• Extra-firm tofu
• Tamari: Or soy sauce, but I use tamari for gluten-free.
• Rice vinegar: I use unseasoned. (Seasoned rice vinegar contains added sugar and salt.)
• Pure maple syrup: This is a great natural sweetener.
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder

Garnish your bowl with sesame seeds and sliced green onion if desired.

How to Make

This recipe is simple to prepare:

Drain: First, drain and remove excess moisture from tofu block. (Either between a layer of paper towels or use a tofu press if you have one.)

Cut: Then slice the tofu in cubes. (I make mine about 3/4-inches.)

Make marinade: Whisk together the marinade sauce, and pour over tofu.

Marinate tofu: Let the tofu marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to help soak up all the flavors.

Bake: Finally, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then place tofu and bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C).

Serving

We enjoy snacking on them hot off the pan, but they are also awesome in many dishes:

• Asian-inspired salads
• Rice bowls or wraps
• Appetizers and snacks (either plain or with a dipping sauce)
• Or a simple meal combined with stir-fry veggies

Texture Notes

It's neat how tofu takes on a whole new flavor and texture when baked.

Hot out of the oven, it's golden brown, soft, and tender.

Then as it cools, it becomes more dense and firm which holds up well in salads, rice bowls, etc.

For more inspiration, browse all tofu recipes.

Easy Baked Tofu

Our favorite baked tofu recipe! Simple to prepare, only 6 ingredients, and such delicious savory flavor. Perfect for snacking, salads, rice bowls, etc.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Marinating Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Gluten-Free Option, Oil-Free, Vegan

Servings: 3

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Ingredients

• 15 oz. extra-firm tofu
• 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce)
• 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
• 1 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder

Garnish (optional):

• Sesame seeds, sliced green onion, etc.

Instructions

• Drain tofu and lightly press between towels to remove excess moisture (I use paper towels).
• Cut tofu in about 3/4″ cubes. Place in a shallow container where they will marinate. (I use an 8" x 8" glass baking dish.)
• In a small bowl, make the marinade: combine tamari, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir/whisk to combine.
• Pour marinade over tofu and gently toss to thoroughly coat.
• Cover and refrigerate to marinate for at least 30 minutes.*
• When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or Silpat. Place tofu on pan in a single, separated layer. (You will have leftover marinade. Spoon it over the top of the tofu cubes to maximize flavor.)
• Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until edges are golden brown, tossing halfway through.
• Serve immediately, or keep refrigerated for about 4-5 days.

Notes

*Marinating: The longer the tofu marinates, the more flavor it soaks up. I find 30 minutes works great, but feel free to marinate longer. It can be a great dish to prepare in the morning for later in the day. If you’re around, stir it occasionally to make sure it’s evenly marinated. I've also prepared this without the 30-minute marinating step and it works fine (just slightly less flavorful).

Texture: The tofu cubes are very soft right after baking, but firm up as they cool.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts

Easy Baked Tofu

Amount per Serving

Calories

111

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

3

g

5

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Potassium

 

284

mg

8

%

Carbohydrates

 

9

g

3

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

6

g

7

%

Protein

 

13

g

26

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

57

mg

6

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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For more tofu recipe inspiration, also check out:

• Tofu Scramble with Spinach & Tomato
• Teriyaki Baked Tofu
• Asian Style Garlic Tofu

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