Sesame Seed Baked Tofu

I had a picky 19 year-old try this and he gobbled it up, as did everybody else at the table. People were disappointed, but only because I didn't have enough.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 201 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 green onion, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
• 10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 6 slices

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Arrange tofu slices into a square baking dish in a single layer.

Step 3

Stir water, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil while stirring continually. Pour sesame oil into the boiling mixture while stirring to incorporate fully; remove from heat and pour over the tofu.

Step 4

Marinate tofu for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Cook sesame seeds in skillet until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Bake tofu in preheated oven until it looks glazed, about 25 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.