Teriyaki Baked Tofu

Fluffy, golden cubes of baked tofu tossed in an easy, Asian-inspired Teriyaki sauce that is sweet, savory, and so delicious! One of our favorite tofu recipes. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

This quick and easy Asian-style Teriyaki Baked Tofu is full of flavor and simple to make.

It is great served with a bowl of warm brown rice (or quinoa), and with steamed veggies on the side.

Steamed broccoli and rice is a great pairing. (Or you could even serve it with this Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry.)

It's a great recipe to make even for those who normally don't enjoy tofu because the Teriyaki sauce adds lots of tasty flavor!

Ingredients for Baked Teriyaki Tofu

For this recipe you will toss together:

• Extra-firm tofu: I purchase organic tofu when possible. You will need one 14 ounce block tofu for this recipe. If you have a tofu press, you can use that to remove the excess moisture before baking. Otherwise, gently squeezing it between kitchen towels or paper towels will work just fine.
• Tamari: Or you can substitute soy sauce, but I use tamari for gluten-free. Be sure to use low sodium if desired. Coconut aminos could work as well.
• Pure maple syrup: Most often I use maple syrup because it's a natural sweetener and refined sugar-free option. But brown sugar works great too depending on your preference.
• Vegetable broth: Or water, but vegetable broth will provide more flavor.
• Rice vinegar: I use unseasoned. (Seasoned rice vinegar contains added sugar and salt.)
• Fresh garlic cloves: Use one or two cloves depending on how much you enjoy the flavor.
• Fresh ginger
• Cornstarch: Or other thickener of choice such as arrowroot.

Customize it! Change up the flavors in the teriyaki sauce as you see fit. Add black pepper, mirin, toasted sesame oil, etc.

How to Make

Preparation for this dish is quick and easy!

• Remove excess moisture from tofu: Either use a tofu press if you have one, or simply press the tofu between paper towels.
• Slice and bake: Cut the tofu in cubes, then place on a baking sheet pan with parchment paper, and bake in the oven.
• Make the homemade teriyaki sauce: While your tofu is baking, whisk together the flavorful Teriyaki Sauce.
• Combine it all together: Finally, in a warm skillet, toss together the baked cubed tofu and teriyaki sauce mixture and lightly simmer to combine.

Serving

Same day: This dish is best enjoyed the same day as the leftovers don't reheat very well.

Pairing: Serve as is, or in a bowl with cooked brown rice, quinoa, rice noodles, steamed vegetables, etc.

Garnish: I like to top mine with sliced green onion and sesame seeds.

For more inspiration, also browse all tofu recipes or Asian-inspired recipes.

Teriyaki Baked Tofu

Baked tofu cubes are tossed in an easy Teriyaki sauce that's sweet, savory, and so delicious! Great paired with rice and steamed vegetables.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan

Servings: 3

US CustomaryMetric

Ingredients

• 14 oz. extra-firm tofu

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

• 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce)
• 2 1/2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (or brown sugar)
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth or water
• 2 tsp. rice vinegar (I use unseasoned)
• 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tsp. ginger (freshly grated)
• 1 Tbsp. corn starch (or arrowroot or other thickener)

For serving (optional):

• Brown rice, quinoa, sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Gently squeeze some excess liquid from the tofu. (I place mine between a couple kitchen towels and lightly press down for about 15 seconds.)
• Cut tofu into about 3/4-inch cubes and place in single file on baking sheet.
• Bake tofu 25-30 minutes, flipping/stirring halfway through.
• While tofu is baking, place all teriyaki ingredients in a bowl and whisk well to combine.
• When there’s about 5-10 minutes baking time remaining for the tofu, start warming the teriyaki sauce: whisk teriyaki sauce once more and add to a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally with a spatula.
• When tofu is done baking, carefully add the baked cubes to skillet with teriyaki sauce.
• Stir frequently to thoroughly coat the tofu cubes until sauce thickens (about 5-6 minutes).
• Serve as is, or with rice, quinoa, in veggie bowls, with stir-fry, etc.

Notes

Serving: If serving with rice or quinoa, begin cooking it before the tofu so it’s done when you’re ready to serve. This dish is best enjoyed the same day as it doesn't save/reheat very well.

For gluten-free: Use tamari.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts

Teriyaki Baked Tofu

Amount per Serving

Calories

153

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

3

g

5

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Potassium

 

300

mg

9

%

Carbohydrates

 

20

g

7

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

12

g

13

%

Protein

 

12

g

24

%

Vitamin A

 

1

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

66

mg

7

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

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

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