Baked Tofu

Directions

Makes 4 slices

1 pound firm tofu (see note below)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water or unsalted vegetable broth
2 teaspoons brown rice syrup or similar sweetener
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preheat oven to 400˚F.

Cut tofu into 4 slices. Arrange in a single, tightly-packed layer in a baking dish.

Mix soy sauce with water or broth.

Stir in remaining ingredients, then pour evenly over tofu.

Bake 30 minutes.

Note: Some tofu that is labeled “firm” is actually quite soft. To make it firmer, line a baking sheet with a clean dish towel. Cut tofu into 4 slices and arrange in a single layer on the towel. Cover with a second clean towel, and top with a cutting board. Place several heavy objects (canned food, books, or jars of beans) on the cutting board. Let stand 30 minutes before proceeding with recipe.

Nutrition Information

Per slice:
155 calories
8.4 g fat
1.2 g saturated fat
48.9% calories from fat
0 mg cholesterol

15.5 g protein
7.8 g carbohydrate
2.7 g sugar
0.6 g fiber

474 mg sodium
260 mg calcium
2.8 mg iron
1 mg vitamin C
9 mcg beta-carotene
0 mg vitamin E