Baked Tofu
Great way to cook up tofu for various recipes
Servings: 6
Calories: 80kcal
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- 18 oz Extra Firm Tofu, one package Organic Sprouted tofu is best
- 4 TBS Spices of Choice See notes
Instructions
- Move your oven rack to the highest level and preheat to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Drain tofu, and slice into 1/2 inch rectangles, cutting from the shorter end. A regular 18 oz package makes six slices. Press each slice to remove excess water.
- Lay slices on an aluminum cookie sheet, or other non-stick oven safe sheet.
- Sprinkle one half of the spices on the exposed sides, then bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, use spatula to flip each slice, then sprinkle with the remaining spices. Bake for an additional 20 minutes. Remove from oven, allow to cool, then store for one week in the refrigerator or use right away in recipes.
Notes
Some flavor inspiration:
- Mexican flavor use cumin, chili powder and garlic (fresh or powder)
- Italian sprinkle with crushed fennel, dried oregano and dried basil
- Indian, sprinkle with chana masala or tandori masala or garam masala spice blends.
- Asian, brush with tamari and sprinkle garlic and ginger powder.
Nutrition
Serving: 3oz | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 20mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg