Description

This Easy Marinated Tofu is prepared quickly and then left to marinate overnight. It has big flavor and can be enjoyed in so many different ways. Pack it as a high protein snack to help get you through the afternoon, or add it to rice and noodle bowls at dinner. Make a batch today and you can have it on hand all week long.

Ingredients

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1 (16 oz) block super firm, or extra firm tofu
1/4 cup low sodium tamari, or soy sauce
2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
1 teaspoon light miso paste
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon freshly grated garlic, or finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
1 pinch salt

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Instructions

To a medium sized bowl, preferably one that has a lid, add the tamari, chili garlic sauce, miso paste, vinegar, garlic, ginger, maple syrup, sesame oil, sesame seeds, green onions and a pinch of salt. Mix marinade together well and set aside.
Pat the tofu dry and press, if needed. Cut tofu into small, bite sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the marinade. Mix tofu with marinade, until all pieces are completely covered.
You can enjoy the tofu right away, but it is most flavorful if you let it sit, in the refrigerator, for at least 24 hours. I reccomend giving the tofu a mix, or shake, at least once or twice during the marinade process to make sure all of the tofu gets an even marinade.
I like to enjoy this marinated tofu, cold or at room temperature. I can be heated if you like though. It can be eaten as a protein packed snack, or you can add it to rice, noodles or veggies. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Tofu is most flavorful if you allow it to marinate overnight, but it can be enjoyed immediately after making, if desired.

I prefer to eat this marinated tofu cold, or at room temperature, for a snack. It could also be cooked in a stir fry or baked in the oven if you prefer.

Prep Time: 24 hrs
Cook Time: 0 mins
Category: Snack, Vegan
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Asian Inspired