Sesame Seed Baked Tofu Recipe

Name: Sesame Seed Baked Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 6 slices; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1 green onion, minced

Servings: persons

10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 6 slices
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 green onion, minced

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Arrange tofu slices into a square baking dish in a single layer.
3
Stir water, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil while stirring continually.
4
Pour sesame oil into the boiling mixture while stirring to incorporate fully; remove from heat and pour over the tofu.
5
Marinate tofu for 15 minutes.
6
Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
7
Cook sesame seeds in skillet until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
8
Bake tofu in preheated oven until it looks glazed, about 25 minutes.
9
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 6 slices, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Sesame Seed Baked Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sesame Seed Baked Tofu

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