How to Make Spicy Baked Marinated Tofu - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious, healthy, and satisfying meal that's perfect for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike? If so, look no further than this Spicy Baked Marinated Tofu recipe. Tofu is a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, and when marinated and baked, it becomes a flavorful and filling main course or side dish.

Many people are hesitant to try tofu because they're not quite sure how to prepare it or think it's bland. However, when proper...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Mix vinegar, ketchup, peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, and black pepper together in a small, microwave-safe bowl.
  • Heat vinegar mixture in microwave oven until the peanut butter is softened, 10 to 15 seconds; stir mixture until smooth.
  • Put tofu into a large bowl. Pour sauce over the tofu and stir to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to a full day, stirring occasionally to assure tofu remains coated in sauce.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread tofu onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven until slightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    114 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 116mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 136mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 162mg