Tofu Recipes I'm Currently Obsessed With

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, and coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: barley

Quinoa is a complete protein, while barley is often less expensive.

Freeze a block of tofu directly in the package, then defrost and press out the extra water.

Cut or tear the tofu into irregular pieces.

Drizzle tofu with olive oil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder; toss gently.

Toss the seasoned tofu with a few tablespoons of cornstarch to coat evenly.

Arrange the tofu on a lined baking tray with space between pieces.

Bake in a preheated 425°F oven for 15 minutes, flip, and bake for another 15-20 minutes until crispy.

While tofu is baking, prepare the gochujang sauce by simmering gochujang and other sauce ingredients in a skillet over medium heat.

Toss the baked tofu in the gochujang sauce until well coated.

Serve the gochujang tofu with steamed rice and broccoli.

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