Prep Time::15 mins
Cook Time:: 1 hr
Total Time:: 1 hr 15 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
cooking spray
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons agave nectar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste
1 pound tofu, sliced into 8 even pieces
Directions
Gather the ingredients.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
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Whisk soy sauce, agave, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger together in a bowl until evenly combined.
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Gently press tofu pieces to release as much water as possible.
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Arrange tofu on the prepared baking sheet and brush with 1/2 of the soy mixture.
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Bake tofu in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Flip tofu and brush with remaining soy mixture. Sprinkle sesame seeds over top. Continue baking until tofu is crisp, about 30 more minutes.
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Remove from the oven and use a spatula to transfer tofu to a wire rack to cool.
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Recipe Tip
You can substitute tamari for soy sauce and brown sugar for agave if desired.