Crispy Sweet And Sour Baked Tofu Recipe

Name: Crispy Sweet And Sour Baked Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (425 g) package firm tofu, pressed; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup wheat germ; 1 tablespoon fine breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon flour; Sauce; 3 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon molasses; 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 1/2 tb water

Servings: persons

1 (425 g) package firm tofu, pressed
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup wheat germ
1 tablespoon fine breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon flour
Sauce
3 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon molasses
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 1/2 tb water

1
Remove tofu from package. Place between paper towels or tea towels and put a moderately heavy book on top for 30 minutes to press out the water.
2
Slice into 9 slices, cutting each in half (18 pieces).
3
Beat egg with water and set aside.
4
Combine wheat germ, flour and breadcrumbs and set aside.
5
Dip each piece of tofu into egg mixture and then gently press into crumb mixture, covering well. Place on greased baking sheet and bake at 350' for 30 minutes, turning once.
6
While tofu is cooking, mix sauce ingredients except for the cornstarch/water into a small saucepan and whisk over medium heat until sugar and salt are dissolved.
7
Add cornstarch mixture and whisk until the sauce thickens. When thick, turn off heat and set aside.
8
When tofu is cooked, pour sauce on top and gently toss or use spoon to coat. Sauce should be thick and sticky....
9
Top with sesame seeds and serve.

119

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (425 g) package firm tofu, pressed, 1 egg, beaten, 1/4 cup wheat germ, 1 tablespoon fine breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Crispy Sweet And Sour Baked Tofu falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crispy Sweet And Sour Baked Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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