5 Ingredient Teriyaki Tofu Recipe

Teryaki tofu with rice and broccoli in a blue bowl.

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5 Ingredient Teriyaki Tofu Recipe

With just 5 ingredients you can make teriyaki tofu at home that's better than any takeout! It comes together in under 45 minutes and is a super crispy tofu recipe that's always a hit in our house.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: Japanese

Diet: Diabetic, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: Japanese tofu, teriyaki tofu

Servings: servings

Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

1 14 to 16-oz package extra firm tofu 396 to 453 g
1 Tbsp soy sauce 15 mL
1 Tbsp oil 15 mL
2 Tbsp cornstarch
½ cup teriyaki sauce 110 g

Instructions

Press: Press tofu for at least 15 minutes, using either a tofu press or by wrapping it in a clean towel and setting a heavy pan on top of it, letting the moisture drain.
Prep: Tear tofu roughly into bite-sized chunks. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
Bake Tofu: In a medium bowl, toss torn tofu with soy sauce and oil. Sprinkle with cornstarch and toss to coat. Arrange in a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Cook for 30 minutes, flipping the tofu over halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy.
Sauce: Heat teriyaki sauce in the microwave or on the stove. Stir in tofu pieces.
Serve: Serve hot with rice and your favorite vegetable!

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Notes

Storage: You can keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat it in the airfryer or by pan frying to get them crispy again.

Can I prepare this recipe in advance?

While the tofu is best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture, you can prepare it a few hours in advance and reheat it in the oven or on the stovetop. Keep the sauce separate until just before serving to maintain the tofu's crispiness.

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