Tangy Orange Glazed Tofu Delight 🍊🥢

Recipe: Orange Teriyaki Tofu 🍊🥢

Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 4

Description:

This Orange Teriyaki Tofu recipe is a delightful introduction to tofu, featuring a flavorful marinade that infuses the tofu with tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Marinating the tofu for at least an hour, up to 24, ensures maximum flavor absorption, making it a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or any time you crave a meatless protein option. Originally featured in Marion Kane’s TORONTO STAR food columns and her BEST OF FOOD COOKBOOK, this recipe credits Chef Eta Brand for its amazing creation. Serve it with a side of steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying meal!

Ingredients:

• 1 block firm tofu
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander or parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Tofu:

   • Cut the tofu into bite-sized squares.
   • Place the tofu squares in a shallow baking dish or casserole.

2. Make Marinade:

   • In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, tamari soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger, minced garlic, and dry mustard.

3. Marinate Tofu:

   • Pour the marinade over the tofu, ensuring all pieces are coated.
   • Marinate the tofu for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.

4. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

5. Bake Tofu:

   • After marinating, pour the marinade into a measuring cup.
   • Return 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the marinade to the tofu in the baking dish and discard the remaining marinade.
   • Bake the tofu in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, gently stirring and basting every 20 minutes, until the tofu is golden brown and the marinade has thickened into a glaze.

6. Serve:

   • Once baked, remove the tofu from the oven.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh coriander or parsley.
   • Serve the Orange Teriyaki Tofu hot, alongside your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy this flavorful and protein-packed Orange Teriyaki Tofu dish with your loved ones, and savor every delicious bite!