Description
Crispy baked tofu recipe that's made oil-free with simple ingredients. Learn how to press, season, and bake tofu with cornstarch until golden and crisp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu (or super firm tofu)
- 1 tablespoon tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt, optional
Instructions
- Press the extra-firm tofu for 20 to 30 minutes, then pat it dry with paper towels (super-firm tofu usually does not need to be pressed).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the tofu into about 1-inch cubes.
- Add the tofu and tamari or soy sauce to a bowl and gently toss to coat. Let the tofu sit for a couple of minutes to absorb the liquid. Sprinkle the cornstarch, garlic powder, and salt (if using) evenly over the tofu, then gently toss again until coated.
- Arrange the tofu on a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper, leaving space between the pieces.
- Bake extra-firm tofu for about 40 minutes (check super-firm tofu at 30 minutes), flipping halfway through, or until the tofu is lightly golden and crisp around the edges.
Notes
Vacuum-packed super-firm tofu usually does not need to be pressed; drain any excess liquid and pat it dry.
See the blog post for detailed instructions on how to cube tofu.
The baking time is based on approximately 1-inch cubes. Smaller pieces will cook more quickly, so start checking them earlier.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: oven
- Cuisine: American, Chinese
