Ingredients:
- 16 oz. package extra-firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 scallion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Method:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or greased aluminum foil.
- Drain and rinse the block of tofu. To remove excess moisture, wrap in a couple of layers of paper towels and set on a rimmed dinner plate. Place another plate on top and weigh it down with something heavy, like a can of soup or a skillet. Let sit 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, scallion and sesame seeds in a shallow dish.
- Cut the tofu into rectangles about 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches long. Place in the dish with the maple syrup mixture. Make sure each side of the tofu is coated with marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Lay tofu pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and pour remaining marinade evenly on top. Bake for 30-40 minutes, turning the pieces every 10 minutes or so, until well browned.
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