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final crispy sesame tofu

Crispy Sesame Tofu

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A quick and simple tofu recipe that is sure to add the perfect protein to any salad or grain bowl.
Course Lunch
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 383
Author Timothy Pakron

Ingredients

Tofu Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 6 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons plant-based milk
  • 1 16 oz pack extra firm tofu cut into one inch cubes

Coating

  • ½ cup unhulled sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Dipping Sauce

  • 2 heaping tablespoons Artisana Raw Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons miso paste chickpea or mellow white miso
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450° and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, cornstarch, and milk. Mix until well combined. Add tofu and gently toss. The cubes should be coated and sticky. In a separate small bowl, combine sesame seeds, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
  • Now it’s time to coat the tofu. Set up your station by placing the bowl of tofu next to the bowl of coating which is next to the baking sheet. Using your fingers, pick up a tofu cube and place into the coating mixture, tossing gently to cover with seeds. Place on the baking sheet. Repeat this step, leaving room in between pieces, until all tofu is coated.
  • Bake for 17 minutes. Flip and bake for an additional 11 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • For the sauce, combine tahini, maple syrup, miso, and water to a small bowl. Using a whisk, stir until thick and creamy. Once the tofu is baked, let cool for 5 minutes and enjoy!

Notes

You can keep the dipping sauce stored in a tightly sealed container or jar in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1269mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 79IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 340mg | Iron: 5mg